humidify

verb

Definition of humidifynext
as in to moisten

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Recent Examples of humidify Panting allows a dog to quickly take in a breath of air, humidify it and breathe it out. — Joan Morris, The Mercury News, 9 Dec. 2024 This one can run for 32 hours on a full tank and will humidify a room of up to 300 square feet. — Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024 Nasal passages also humidify the air, which is better for the respiratory system. — Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024 Once the oxygen-air mixture is ready, it is humidified and slightly heated to maximize patient comfort. — IEEE Spectrum, 24 June 2020 See All Example Sentences for humidify
Recent Examples of Synonyms for humidify
  1. moisten
  2. hydrate
  3. moisturize
  4. mist
  5. wet
  6. damp
  7. water
  8. shower
Verb
  • Arrange some small, flat stones around the puddle to give the butterflies a place to land, and then add enough water to moisten or wet the sand.
    — Joan Morris, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Fill small containers or cell packs with potting soil and moisten.
    — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of moisten
Verb
  • The formula contains hyaluronic acid and works to hydrate the hair and scalp, and reduce frizz.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Castor oil can deeply hydrate hair and help protect against fungal and bacterial overgrowth.
    — Hannah Harper, HEALTH, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of hydrate
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  • Even more, it’s packed with nourishing ingredients like glycerin and ceramides to moisturize the skin and leave it feeling super smooth.
    — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 27 July 2026
  • Vanilla Dream Softening Cashmere Cream has a rich texture and is spiked with shea and cocoa butters to moisturize and soften skin, respectively, with fragrance notes of vanilla, sugar and musk.
    — Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of moisturize
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  • The Sacramento Zoo also has misting stations and plenty of shade.
    — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
  • Let the curls cool for about 15 minutes, then lightly mist with hairspray and gently brush out from the bottom up for that soft, glamorous finish.
    — Ariana Yaptangco, InStyle, 28 July 2026
Definition of mist
Verb
  • Arrange some small, flat stones around the puddle to give the butterflies a place to land, and then add enough water to moisten or wet the sand.
    — Joan Morris, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Pyne argues that Mediterranean Europe, much like California, is naturally predisposed to burn because of an annual cycle of wetting and drying.
    — M. R. O’Connor, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of wet
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  • The system operates by altering the magnetic field to adjust fluid viscosity inside the dampers, continuously modifying compression and rebound damping.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 July 2026
  • Despite an active El Niño, experts say the Southwestern United States likely won’t feel its damping effect until next year.
    — Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026
Definition of damp
Verb
  • Summer rains can help water new plantings; check daily to make sure the soil remains moist.
    — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Wait to water the lawn again until the soil begins to dry, and do not mow until footprints leave deep impressions on it.
    — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of water
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  • Debra Johnson, Merry Maids’ home cleaning expert, recommends a mild cleaner such as Take It For Granite, a spray that safely cleans granite countertops, floors, and shower walls.
    — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The interiors have been completely renovated to allow more sunlight into the living spaces, and outside, there’s a landscaped garden, heated pool, and shower.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 31 July 2026
Definition of shower

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