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
Tropical plants are best for the bathroom, as the humidity from the shower and the often low or indirect light mimic the plant's native climate.
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Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 2 May 2026
Store cut watermelon in the low-humidity crisper drawer in the refrigerator (or on a shelf, if your appliance doesn’t have drawers—or have space inside them).
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
How to choose a home warranty in Florida The heat, humidity and hurricane season all factor into what kind of coverage makes sense in Florida.
—Sharon Wu, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Leave the shower door or curtain slightly open after use so the interior can air out instead of trapping humidity.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
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Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 2 May 2026
Store cut watermelon in the low-humidity crisper drawer in the refrigerator (or on a shelf, if your appliance doesn’t have drawers—or have space inside them).
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
How to choose a home warranty in Florida The heat, humidity and hurricane season all factor into what kind of coverage makes sense in Florida.
—Sharon Wu, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Leave the shower door or curtain slightly open after use so the interior can air out instead of trapping humidity.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humidity
moisture
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New Guinea impatiens tolerate brighter light than traditional impatiens but require consistent moisture.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
4 May 2026
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Lingering moisture will lead to passing showers on Tuesday, but the rain won't be as widespread.—
Lissette Gonzalez,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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“Humidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humidity. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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