freeze-dry

Definition of freeze-drynext

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Verb
  • Consequently, Treasury yields are elevated relative to year-to-date lows and gold, despite retreating from its January peak, continues to signal that institutional safe-haven demand has not evaporated.
    Michael Khouw, CNBC, 22 May 2026
  • Cook, undisturbed, moving pan around on burner every 2 minutes or so, until rice is slightly al dente and liquid is almost completely evaporated, about 5 minutes.
    José Andrés, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 May 2026
Verb
  • The new dam can dewater the lake if need be, engineers said.
    Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 28 July 2025
  • 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
Verb
  • Use a squeegee to remove any water remaining on the door, and dry it with a microfiber cloth.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
  • Take a dry microfiber cloth and dry the shower tiles and grout.
    Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
Verb
  • Alcohol While a cold glass of beer or a mixed drink may feel refreshing in the moment, alcohol dehydrates you.
    Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 14 May 2026
  • For example, the Instant Pot Duo Crisp can air fry, bake, dehydrate and perform a total of 11 cooking tasks.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Verb
  • Her flesh is desiccated and gray, her hands and feet are jagged claws, and her breath comes out in rasps.
    Alison Willmore, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
  • Klosterman wondered if the recent heatwave would desiccate them.
    Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Freeze-dry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freeze-dry. Accessed 24 May. 2026.

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