hose (down)

verb

Definition of hose (down)next
as in to flood

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hose (down)
  1. flood
  2. wet down
  3. mist
  4. inundate
  5. deluge
  6. shower
  7. moisten
  8. hydrate
Verb
  • The final show of Jay-Z's anniversary concert series at Yankee Stadium on Sunday was delayed for hours after hundreds of ticketless fans flooded the gates and breached security, according to officials.
    — Christina Fan, CBS News, 13 July 2026
  • Social media feeds are flooded with highlights and memes of the Norway striker, and fans can’t get enough.
    — Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 13 July 2026
Definition of flood
Verb
  • Start by wetting down the concrete to prevent the cleaner from drying too quickly.
    — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
  • 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
Definition of wet down
Verb
  • Organizers said the venue will also include misting stations to help attendees stay cool.
    — Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • If the plank begins to smolder aggressively, lightly mist the edges with water.
    — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of mist
Verb
  • Flooding is likely on roads and in urban areas, and some homes could be inundated, the center warned.
    — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
  • But in the warmer months fly-fishing guides like Teddy Janney of Gallatin River Guides are inundated with visitors seeking to reenact A River Runs Through It.
    — Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 July 2026
Definition of inundate
Verb
  • The severe weather is the latest in a history of catastrophic flooding in Kentucky, including deadly flash floods in early 2025 when more than a month’s worth of rain deluged much of the state in less than 24 hours.
    — Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 27 June 2026
  • For years we’ve been deluged with stories about the Social Security system’s going broke in the early 2030s.
    — Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026
Definition of deluge
Verb
  • There’s bunk beds, a bathroom and shower, a kitchen with a dining nook near a window and a separate dive center so researchers can keep the saltwater on their suits away from the living quarters.
    — Alex Harris July 15, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
  • How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
Definition of shower
Verb
  • Once chilled, the cake becomes perfectly moistened, giving the entire dish the texture of a custard.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 13 July 2026
  • Fan and towels There are dozens of cooling products soccer lovers can use to stay cool, such as portable fans and hand towels that can be moistened with water.
    — Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 18 June 2026
Definition of moisten
Verb
  • Thirsty skin will appreciate that this lightweight formula contains hyaluronic acid and humectants to hydrate from within, as well as draw in additional moisture.
    — Catharine Malzahn, Allure, 13 July 2026
  • The gentle formula was inspired by her garden and uses ingredients like aloe vera juice, ginger root extract, and bisabolol (a plant extract) to hydrate, soothe redness, and protect skin from environmental stressors.
    — Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026
Definition of hydrate
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