as in to evaporate
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Recent Examples of drip-dry
Let the plants drip-dry before returning them to their regular spots.
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Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2024
Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drip-dry
Verb
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Stir in wine; cook until evaporated.—
Faye Levy,
Oc Register,
11 Feb. 2026
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For a sense of just how much money has evaporated from the crypto industry since then, look to bitcoin.—
Will Gottsegen,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2026
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The new dam can dewater the lake if need be, engineers said.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
28 July 2025
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The Emory oaks that had been drying out as Resolution dewaters the underground shafts were reviving, their leaves fleshing out and appearing healthier as water seeped into the ground.—
The Arizona Republic,
The Arizona Republic,
29 Feb. 2024
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After each section, rinse the mop in the bucket, wring it dry, and move to another section until the entire floor has been cleaned.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2026
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Do not twist or wring the material.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Silgranit sinks can be cleaned with a mixture of dish soap and vinegar, which will need to sit for at least an hour if there are any hard water deposits before being rinsed and dried.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
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This quick-drying pick is offered in three colors and is a great place to store wet sponges and scrubbers, as well as soap dispensers.—
Jamie Weissman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Drip-dry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drip-dry. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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