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Sewers can contain numerous hazards, including noxious and potentially deadly gases, unstable surfaces, flooding risks, and confined spaces.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026 -
Oncologists are being flooded with requests as the special access program gets started.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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To prevent infection, if cleaning a structure that might have harbored rodents, Yancey recommends wearing a mask and using a diluted bleach solution to wet down any dust or loose debris.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
13 May 2026
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Audry Gonzalez is seen using a hose to wet down her back yard as the Max Road Fire burning in western Broward County on May 11, 2026.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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Check it every few days to mist the sponge with a spray bottle to keep the seeds wet and ensure nothing is getting moldy.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
27 May 2026
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Mix equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray bottle and lightly mist the affected areas.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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During the hottest days of the year, HVAC companies are inundated with emergency service calls, and emergency visits can be pricey.—
Kat Tretina,
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2026
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But when the video was released in November 2021, the production was inundated with questions about Teller’s participation.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
2 June 2026
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In 2022, Hurricane Ian deluged the retirement community, leaving 523 residential units uninhabitable.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2026
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Johnson said the discussion ranged from serious matters like the federal immigration raids that have deluged the city in recent months to their differences on Chicago baseball.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
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How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
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As the crowd showered Sánchez with a standing ovation that lasted long enough that Jase Bowen’s at-bat was delayed, Merrill and Sánchez shared a quick glance and exchanged smiles.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Add the milk and vanilla; stir just until batter is moistened.—
Jessica Saari Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2026
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Set a damp sponge on a dish, and use it to moisten the adhesive on the envelopes.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
1 June 2026
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The formula also uses AnnonaSense, ceramides, glycerin and shea butter, among other soothing ingredients, to hydrate and retain moisture, while also working to help neutralize visible redness.—
Rachel Burchfield,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Saie Slip Tint Moisturizer with SPF 35 The Saie Slip Tint uses ingredients like hyaluronic acid to hydrate the skin, licorice root extract to brighten the complexion, and 100 percent mineral non-nano zinc oxide to shield it from sun damage, per the brand.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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“Hose (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hose%20%28down%29. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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