as in saturated
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
dripping shoes left on the porch to dry
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as in flowing
to fall or let fall in or as if in drops
water from the leaky roof was dripping all over the floor the cracked bottle dripped wine
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Recent Examples of dripping
Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025
In true fair form, it's served on a stick and with a paper tray to catch all the leftover dripping cheese.
—Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 18 Aug. 2025
Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
An ice machine in the middle of the room had a drain line dripping into a 5-gallon bucket.
—Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
In photos seemingly taken in an ambulance, dripping blood is visible on the side of Blackwood's face.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025
In true fair form, it's served on a stick and with a paper tray to catch all the leftover dripping cheese.
—Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 18 Aug. 2025
Verb
The new collections reimagine the classic Bird on a Rock motif, brought to life by Jean Schlumberger in 1965, and takes its design cues from a bird’s wing, as well as the layered look of a bird’s plumage, to create graceful, sculptural pieces dripping in diamonds and other gemstones.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
An ice machine in the middle of the room had a drain line dripping into a 5-gallon bucket.
—Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
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And finally, as the digital landscape becomes more saturated and consumers crave authenticity, the businesses that win will be those that double down on their local edge.—
Ashot Barseghyan,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Intricate and saturated frescoes cover the walls.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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There is a mix of long toss and other drills to get his arm loose and adrenaline flowing.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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Still, the offense wasn’t flowing, and the unit had just given an extra possession to the Jaguars with an interception that led to a touchdown.—
Mike Kaye
September 10,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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The world of work is rapidly changing but pouring all resources into AI and letting humans go isn’t the answer.—
Gary Drenik,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Afterward, Kirk's head tilted to the side and blood could be seen pouring from his neck.—
Ella McCarthy,
Arkansas Online,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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University of Cincinnati researchers and students sampled wet and dry soil in the Burnet Woods valley in June 2025.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Sep. 2025
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These aftermarket ultra-high performance summer tires are an excellent choice for driving enthusiasts seeking to maximize grip in both dry and wet conditions (the fitment was 235/40R18—the factory stock size for the Civic Si).—
Michael Harley,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Vacancy costs can also start trickling in when permanent staff can’t be secured.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Sep. 2025
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That’s when Texans linebacker Henry To’oTo’o’s helmet crashed into the Rams receiver’s, and Nacua felt hot blood trickling down his face.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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When TikTok virality and playlist automation saturate listeners’ attention, artistic sameness threatens to rule the day—but independent artists on their own unique paths are still with us.—
Jenn Pelly,
Time,
7 June 2025
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Rain could aid firefighting efforts and saturate dry fuels, reducing their risk of igniting in the future.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Under the post that included romantic and silly shots of Neeson sprinkling some popcorn over her head, Joely left a string of red heart emojis in the comments section.—
Jen Juneau,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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Then, to complete the deep clean, Lane suggests, sprinkling baking soda on the bottom of the dishwasher and running a second hot cycle with no detergent.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Nothing is pre-washed and none of the ingredients for my recipes were pre-cut.—
Alexis Berger,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Dripping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dripping. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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