as in moisture
the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets
the oppressive humidity made the hot day seem even hotter
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Recent Examples of humidity
As human activities such as fossil-fuel burning release heat-trapping gases into the atmosphere, air in the Midwest is becoming more saturated with humidity, a key ingredient of strong thunderstorms that can produce tornadoes.
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Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
The humidity can often play just as much of a factor as the temperature.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2026
The Connecticut Department of Public Health is urging residents to take precautions with dangerous heat and humidity expected through Saturday.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 June 2026
According to AccuWeather, the forecast is for a thunderstorm in the area in the late afternoon, meaning potential heavy wind gusts and downpours, with a high of 94 degrees and 55% humidity.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 11 June 2026
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Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
The humidity can often play just as much of a factor as the temperature.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2026
The Connecticut Department of Public Health is urging residents to take precautions with dangerous heat and humidity expected through Saturday.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 June 2026
According to AccuWeather, the forecast is for a thunderstorm in the area in the late afternoon, meaning potential heavy wind gusts and downpours, with a high of 94 degrees and 55% humidity.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humidity
moisture
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The rich blend of shea butter, murumuru butter, coconut oil, and vitamin C coats lips in lasting moisture overnight.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 June 2026
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Adding a fan, dehumidifier, a chemical desiccant like DampRid, or a moisture-absorbing plant to your laundry room can improve humidity levels and increase air circulation.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2026
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“Humidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humidity. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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