humidifying

Definition of humidifyingnext
present participle of humidify

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humidifying
Verb
  • For indoor growers, Karsch recommends moistening your seed starting mix well before filling trays or small pots and planting, then keeping it moist with a spray bottle or mister.
    Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 6 Apr. 2026
  • Your nose is better at warming and moistening the cold, dry air than your mouth.
    Susan Russell, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • Look for pooling water, misting spray heads or dry spots that suggest a blockage.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Multi-setting showerheads, like most of those made today, have a wide array of choices to select from, ranging from powerful, massaging force to gentle rain and rinsing or even misting.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Blot — don’t rub — and avoid over-wetting the mattress, which can lead to mold growth if moisture gets trapped inside.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
  • Water at the base of plants instead of wetting the entire garden with a sprinkler or hose.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Run the bathroom fan during and after showering to keep moisture buildup to a minimum and help prevent bacteria and mold spore growth.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
  • The backdrop is a revolving spectacular set, such as cherry trees showering pink paper petals.
    ABC News, ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Late last year, former President Jair Bolsonaro endorsed his son Flavio as the right’s candidate, damping investor expectations that Sao Paulo Governor Tarcisio de Freitas would gain broader backing.
    Giovanna Bellotti Azevedo, Bloomberg, 7 Apr. 2026
  • While your seed starting mix mustn't fully dry out, keeping it overly wet and soggy can lead to damping off and other issues that will kill your seedlings.
    Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 6 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Once growth emerges from the soil, begin watering your plants deeply once per week (or less during periods of rain).
    SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Cut back on watering to let the soil dry out completely, and check the soil moisture with your finger each time before watering again.
    Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 11 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Build budgets that defend your savings without dampening your enthusiasm.
    Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
  • In addition to adding decorative flair to windows and doors, these multipurpose window treatments promote privacy and block light, with many designs offering temperature-regulating and sound-dampening qualities to boot.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Consumers were using Ivory soap for bathing, washing their hands, washing clothes and dishes.
    Alexander Coolidge, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
  • The entertainment continues with tennis, a compact pool, and a yoga lawn on site, in addition to 60 miles of riverside hiking trails, fly-fishing, or geothermal bathing off property.
    Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
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“Humidifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humidifying. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.

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