hosing (down)

Definition of hosing (down)next
present participle of hose (down)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hosing (down)
Verb
  • There is a risk of flooding the home if the connections are not secure.
    Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
  • And what about the scene when Mac has locked Bull in the room, which is flooding with water, until James [Osian Emlyn] stumbles across him and lets him out?
    K.J. Yossman, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • There will be 1-2 feet of water inundating many of the typically vulnerable coastal roads, some of which are likely to be closed Sunday and Monday.
    Terry Eliasen, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Universal, worried about inundating the public for the sequel, decided to separate the two leading ladies for promotional commitments.
    Brent Lang, Variety, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Best Wayfair Bedding Deals Wayfair is overflowing with charming quilts, comforters, and sheets to upgrade your sleep setup.
    Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
  • In mid-March, Austin will be overflowing with live music, film screenings, art events and family-friendly activities that are either free or available with individual tickets.
    Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Soften turf by moistening the lawn a day or two before removal and use a sharp space to cut small sections.
    David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 15 Feb. 2026
  • Your nose is better at warming and moistening the cold, dry air than your mouth.
    Susan Russell, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • Physically, showering is important to remove lochia, bacteria, blood and sweat, and to maintain proper hygiene.
    Yara Simón, Parents, 27 Feb. 2026
  • Keeping all of that in mind, dermatologists seem to lean toward showering at night.
    Korin Miller, SELF, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • For this method, Sokolowski suggests sprinkling baking soda on a damp microfiber cloth, then scrubbing the curtain and rinsing with warm water before hanging to dry.
    Lauren David, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
  • This means there's lots of ways to add them to your diet, including blending ground flaxseed into smoothies or sprinkling whole flaxseeds on top of oatmeal.
    Mark Gurarie, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The damping is also harsher than the bZ’s, but make no mistake, the ride’s still soft and generally comfortable, and this thing unapologetically rolls in the bends.
    Adam Ismail, The Drive, 18 Feb. 2026
  • The scoot sports periscope-type front suspension, paired with adjustable straight-barrel damping to the rear.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Koutroulis said the county has instituted various mitigation measures to suppress the stink, including misting systems, industrial fans and soil to cover waste.
    Claire Wang, Oc Register, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Sokolowski also recommends avoiding misting your refrigerator with water directly—always apply it to a microfiber cloth first.
    Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 5 Feb. 2026
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“Hosing (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hosing%20%28down%29. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.

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