as in to flood
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The space, a former artist’s studio turned residence, opens directly onto the street and is crowned by a transom window that floods the interior with natural light.—
Nicolas Milon,
Architectural Digest,
13 Jan. 2026 -
Fans have since flooded the comment section of the December video, with many pointing out that, in retrospect, Sarah cooking for herself was a subtle hint at the pair's divorce.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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So Tudhope's team needed a way to wet down the roads, insert the Monza backdrop into footage shot at Silverstone, and add the actors.—
Sarah Rodman,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Dec. 2025
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Ashcraft then started wetting down the roof of her family’s home until they were ordered to evacuate.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2025
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The backyard misting system that’s a refreshing antidote to the desert heat, for starters.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2026
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Grouping your houseplants, placing a container filled with water nearby, and occasionally misting the leaves with a fine sprayer can also increase the humidity around the plant, Vasylchyshyna adds.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
8 Jan. 2026
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The story recounted how she had been inundated with tips.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
14 Jan. 2026
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Food pantries and soup kitchens were inundated with residents in need — but also saw an outpouring of donations.—
Kitan Arole,
Hartford Courant,
11 Jan. 2026
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More rain expected for Southern California Heavy rains that deluged Southern California in December will continue in the first half of January, though forecasters say the precipitation isn’t likely to be as extreme.—
Jordan Green,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
6 Jan. 2026
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Downs noted that the vinyl material of his suit and Stalter’s long gown was perfect for the heavy rain that has deluged Southern California for days.—
Marc Malkin,
Variety,
5 Jan. 2026
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Not like Aunt Carmela, who had someone to support her and take care of her and shower her with luxuries.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Jan. 2026
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Apply lemon to to faucets and shower doors to get rid of soap scum.—
Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
15 Jan. 2026
Verb
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If the paper towel dries out, re-moisten it with a spray bottle.—
Clarence Schmidt,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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Mix just until everything is moistened—the batter will look lumpy and that’s a good thing.—
Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Jan. 2026
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Like a face serum, the formula is applied right to the scalp and absorbs into the skin to help balance and hydrate the area, allowing for thicker, fuller strands to grow.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
20 Jan. 2026
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Today, Aquablu’s technology and wellness are reshaping how people hydrate at work and beyond.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
19 Jan. 2026
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“Hose (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hose%20%28down%29. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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