as in to moisturize
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Recent Examples of hydrate
Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to hydrate the dough and chill the butter.
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Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
Plus, avocado oil provides heat protection up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, while a blend of sunflower oil, hemisqualane, and squalane hydrate the hair for a healthy gleam.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
The overnight hand treatment includes pure retinol to help reduce rough texture, colloidal oatmeal to soothe irritation, and panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) to hydrate and support the skin barrier.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
Like a tinted moisturizer, both BB and CC creams hydrate the skin and deposit pigment — and then do a whole lot more.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
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Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
Plus, avocado oil provides heat protection up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, while a blend of sunflower oil, hemisqualane, and squalane hydrate the hair for a healthy gleam.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
The overnight hand treatment includes pure retinol to help reduce rough texture, colloidal oatmeal to soothe irritation, and panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) to hydrate and support the skin barrier.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
Like a tinted moisturizer, both BB and CC creams hydrate the skin and deposit pigment — and then do a whole lot more.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hydrate
Verb
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Applying creams and lotions When your shingles rash feels itchy, your instinct might be to moisturize, but doctors generally discourage this for a few reasons.—
Petra Guglielmetti,
Glamour,
14 May 2026
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Jojoba oil, a liquid wax derived from the seeds of the Simmondsia chinensis plant, is widely used to moisturize, balance oil production and soothe skin, according to a 2021 study.—
Ryan Brennan
May 5,
Kansas City Star,
5 May 2026
Verb
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Use this solution to blot the top layer of the mattress, trying to moisten and gently rub versus soak the mattress.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
16 May 2026
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Placing a dish of water nearby provides humidity, as does using a spray mister to moisten the surface of the soil.—
Peg Aloi,
The Spruce,
12 May 2026
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The tribes' plan takes a holistic approach, considering everything from people to forestry to water to air to wildlife.—
Ellis Juhlin,
NPR,
18 May 2026
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The olive trees on the property are pruned sparingly, watered once a week during their first year, and left to take deep root in soil that will sustain them for decades.—
Pooja Mistry,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Heating the indoor air in winter means the air will retain more moisture (it won't be dispersed to help humidify plants or your sinuses), but lowering the thermostat to a temperate 68 degrees F can help increase relative humidity in your home, and this can help your houseplants stay vibrant.—
Peg Aloi,
The Spruce,
5 Jan. 2026
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Great for small bedrooms or offices, the Crane cool mist humidifier can humidify spaces up to 500 square feet for up to 24-hours.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Instead of using a watering can, consider using a spray bottle to mist the soil.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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While misting only raises humidity levels for a few minutes, some plants like ferns, monsteras, and orchids actually prefer being misted.—
Asia London Palomba,
The Spruce,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This one hails from Memphis and excludes a sauce altogether — although feel free to wet your ribs with whatever sauce tickles your fancy.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
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Avoid wetting foliage when watering plants or water in the morning if using overhead sprinklers to help minimize foliar disease.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
Verb
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The former mistress claims she was showered with gifts and even provided with a furnished apartment during their relationship.—
Sean Joseph OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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While there could be a passing sprinkle or shower today, most of the day will be rain-free, gray, and unseasonably cool.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Sprinkle with the reserved hazelnuts and the parsley, and drizzle with the pul biber oil.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
16 May 2026
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To serve, drizzle with additional olive oil and garnish with more herbs.—
Shelly Westerhausen Worcel,
Midwest Living,
15 May 2026
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“Hydrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hydrate. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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