as in to evaporate
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Ordinary Iranians, watching their purchasing power evaporate by the hour, soon joined them.—
Karl Vick,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026 -
Add bay leaves and remaining 1 cup chicken broth; bring to a simmer over medium, and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid has mostly evaporated, about 25 minutes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
12 Jan. 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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They’re made of the brand’s fast-drying fabric called Everlux, which wicks away moisture to prevent sweat marks and stains during even the most high-energy workouts.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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Leave the mats out in the sun for several hours to dry.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Jan. 2026
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Caffeine is dehydrating and could make body aches worse.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
12 Jan. 2026
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Smart brands like Amazi have revolutionized the fruit snack space—dehydrating everything from pineapple to jackfruit and plantains.—
Andrea Strong,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Jan. 2026
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Salt products desiccate grass, and freeze/thaw cycles cause frost heaving, leaving lumpy, uneven areas.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
13 Jan. 2026
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Indoor conditions tend to be dry during the winter, so placing pots on top of saucers with pea gravel that is kept moist on a regular basis increases needed humidity and prevents leaves from desiccating.—
Special to The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
12 Nov. 2025
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“Freeze-dry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freeze-dry. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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