1
as in scorching
to make dry
the wind quickly dried their clothes
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2
as in fading
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 drying
Alcohol is very drying and can cause the wood in furniture to crack.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2025
From trendy picks in quick-drying materials to sculpting pairs that offer just the right squeeze, these are the very best leggings for yoga.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 10 Nov. 2025
The All Aligned Ribbed Long-sleeve Henley Dress is made from a soft, ribbed Nulu fabric that’s sweat-wicking, quick-drying, and equipped with plenty of stretch to keep you comfortable on the road and at home.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
Some dishwasher pods contain rinse aid, which helps with the drying process and minimizes water spots, while others don't.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2025
The interior cabinet even includes a heat vent for further drying and warming gear.
—New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2025
Black River, Jamaica — The air smells of damp earth and drying mud.
—David Culver, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2025
From trendy picks in quick-drying materials to sculpting pairs that offer just the right squeeze, these are the very best leggings for yoga.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 10 Nov. 2025
The All Aligned Ribbed Long-sleeve Henley Dress is made from a soft, ribbed Nulu fabric that’s sweat-wicking, quick-drying, and equipped with plenty of stretch to keep you comfortable on the road and at home.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
Some dishwasher pods contain rinse aid, which helps with the drying process and minimizes water spots, while others don't.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2025
The interior cabinet even includes a heat vent for further drying and warming gear.
—New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2025
Black River, Jamaica — The air smells of damp earth and drying mud.
—David Culver, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drying
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But the Heat found its rhythm as the game went on, shooting a scorching 26 of 34 for the rest of the first half to flip the script and enter halftime with 72-65 lead.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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The fire had engulfed McCarty, scorching 73% of his body, leaving him with scars that would last an entire lifetime to come.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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Specifically, the official tasting notes detail cedar, nutmeg, and cinnamon on the nose; vanilla extract, butterscotch, and black pepper on the palate; and fading black pepper and some more cinnamon on the finish.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
11 Nov. 2025
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When Susana’s fading mind begins to fold past and present into one, the film becomes a meditation on time and the traces family stories leave behind.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
11 Nov. 2025
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Her queerness, though, got rejected by her parents (Merritt Wever channeling a withering scorn and a pious look that is cold and unnerving).—
Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
6 Nov. 2025
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But after withering on the Houston bench for two years in an overcrowded forward rotation, he’s primed for a leap in Year 3.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Drought and long, hot summer days are sucking Western Colorado’s rivers dry, parching farm fields and fueling the massive wildfires proliferating across the region.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Another telltale sign is finding green or black streaks along the inner wood of wilting branches.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
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Swathe greens, herbs, and other veggies in damp paper towels to retain moisture levels and keep the produce from wilting.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
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Plastination offers a fundamentally different approach, first dehydrating the wood using acetone and then infusing it with a compatible polymer.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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To combat that, find a sunscreen that can protect you from UV rays and the dehydrating effects of flying.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
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Extremely draining and hard day, hard for everyone involved, hard for everyone who loved Marshawn.—
Natasha Dye,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
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Make sure the soil is well-draining and rich in organic matter for best results.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
10 Nov. 2025
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From searing and sautéing on the stove to popping them right in the oven for easy roasting, stainless steel pans are versatile and super durable, too.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
2 Nov. 2025
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The nonstick, pre-seasoned skillet heats quickly and evenly, and excels at frying eggs, searing meats, sautéeing vegetables, baking cornbread and cobblers, and so much more.—
Mark Marino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Drying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drying. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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