hot waters

Definition of hot watersnext
plural of hot water
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Noun
  • Cooking — Work whole or powdered adaptogens into soups, broths, stir-fries, oatmeal, energy balls and baked goods.
    Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
  • The legumes also work well in salads, grain bowls, and soups.
    Christina Manian, Health, 6 May 2026
Noun
  • The green leaves grow to 2 inches long, and the leafy shoots spread along the ground, rooting at the nodes.
    Judy Nauseef, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
  • Remove bottom leaves and place slips in a clear glass jar of clean water to cover one or two leaf nodes.
    Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 10 May 2026
Noun
  • In Scotland, Labor's difficulties were laid bare as John Swinney secured a decisive victory, dealing a further blow to Starmer’s authority.
    Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
  • Since they were rescued, the children — who had motor difficulties and health issues; were sleeping in cribs and wearing diapers — have been in the care of child protective services and are receiving treatment from psychologists, El País reported.
    Adam England, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
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“Hot waters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hot%20waters. Accessed 13 May. 2026.

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