1
as in scorches
to make dry
the wind quickly dried their clothes
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2
as in fades
to lose liveliness, force, or freshness
his creative talents were just drying on the vine in that small, provincial town
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Recent Examples of dries
It’s made especially for hot days with sweat-wicking technology that dries quickly.
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Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
28 June 2026
Our editors love this multi-styling tool, which dries hair quickly and creates a variety of styles, from fluffy curls to sleek straight tresses.
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Genevieve Cepeda,
InStyle,
27 June 2026
Prevent snails and slugs by watering your plants in the morning so the soil dries before nightfall.
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Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
With special Japanese cooling technology, the blanket absorbs body heat and quickly dries sweat so you’re not left sleeping in a puddle.
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
The high-pressure mop is automatically refilled with water at the docking station, and cleans itself with hot water (131 degrees F), then dries itself with 145-degree hot air.
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Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Our Top Sunscreens Under Makeup But a few strategic steps can prevent that from happening, like using a lightweight moisturizer and wearing a makeup-friendly SPF that absorbs quickly, dries down smoothly, and doesn’t leave behind a slick or tacky finish.
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Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
22 May 2026
Choose a non-toxic glue that dries clear and works on most surfaces.
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Angela Haupt,
Time,
19 May 2026
Water in the morning so the foliage dries by midday.
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Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 May 2026
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
28 June 2026
Our editors love this multi-styling tool, which dries hair quickly and creates a variety of styles, from fluffy curls to sleek straight tresses.
—
Genevieve Cepeda,
InStyle,
27 June 2026
Prevent snails and slugs by watering your plants in the morning so the soil dries before nightfall.
—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
With special Japanese cooling technology, the blanket absorbs body heat and quickly dries sweat so you’re not left sleeping in a puddle.
—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
The high-pressure mop is automatically refilled with water at the docking station, and cleans itself with hot water (131 degrees F), then dries itself with 145-degree hot air.
—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Our Top Sunscreens Under Makeup But a few strategic steps can prevent that from happening, like using a lightweight moisturizer and wearing a makeup-friendly SPF that absorbs quickly, dries down smoothly, and doesn’t leave behind a slick or tacky finish.
—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
22 May 2026
Choose a non-toxic glue that dries clear and works on most surfaces.
—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
19 May 2026
Water in the morning so the foliage dries by midday.
—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dries
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France followed its hottest-ever day with yet more brutal temperatures as a deadly heat wave scorches much of western Europe.
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Protection from the sun is key for this plant because bright sun scorches its leaves.
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But rental business owners like Zhao observed that the rental prices have begun to slide as novelty surrounding these stunt-performing androids fades.
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But as hope of finding survivors fades and the number of dead continues to climb, many fear the political aftershocks of the disaster may prove nearly as destabilizing as the earthquake itself.
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Pest Control Baking soda acts as a barrier that dehydrates slugs, causes ants to lose their scent trail, and keeps aphids away.
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Alcohol While a cold glass of beer or a mixed drink may feel refreshing in the moment, alcohol dehydrates you.
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Make sure to empty any excess water that drains into the saucer to keep the roots from getting soggy.
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If a demanding day drains you, take a short break before making a purchase.
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The combination of heat and humidity can be dangerous for humans, because humidity impacts how sweat evaporates, and that’s a cooling mechanism.
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When volatility hits, this underlying capital evaporates, leaving you with no direct recourse to the true lenders.
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“Dries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dries. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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