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adjective

as in aqueous

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verb

past tense of hydrate
as in moistened

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Recent Examples of hydrated
Adjective
But before even touching a heat tool, the sleekest and shiniest looks require a clean and hydrated base, especially when coming out of protective styles. — Brianna J. Heath, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026 The formula has squalane, jojoba oil, and vitamin E to keep skin looking smooth and hydrated. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 13 Aug. 2026 The result looks more like you, just a little more rested, a little more even-toned, and a little more hydrated, as they’re often packed with moisturizing ingredients. — Marci Robin, Allure, 13 Aug. 2026 As Southern California continues to deal with hot and humid summers, a Los Angeles veterinarian is offering tips and tricks on how dog parents can keep their pets safe and hydrated. — Kara Finnstrom, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026 Water deeply and consistently to keep dahlias hydrated, especially during hot and dry weather. — The Spruce, 13 Aug. 2026 Kelly advised students to stay hydrated and follow heat-safety practices, especially as outdoor sports practices begin. — Arkansas Online, 11 Aug. 2026 Instead of stripping the surface clean, the goal is to support the microbiome, the invisible community of microbes that helps keep skin calm, hydrated and resilient. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 11 Aug. 2026 Both of these smart systems allow homeowners to ensure their lawns or gardens are hydrated without wasting water. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hydrated
  1. aqueous
  2. moistened
  3. saturated
  4. watered
  5. soaked
  6. wet
  7. washed
  8. showered
Adjective
  • All of these wheeled explorers found evidence of past aqueous environments.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 20 July 2026
  • In testing, the setup produced a pure aqueous formic acid solution under real sunlight, even as the light intensity changed.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 June 2026
Definition of aqueous
Verb
  • Drizzle in 1/4 cup melted butter; stir until evenly moistened and crumbly.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026
  • After watering, dig a small hole to check if the top 6 inches or so of soil are moistened.
    — Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 19 July 2026
Definition of moistened
Adjective
  • The real causes of inflammation are dietary patterns that contain too many calories, too much sugar, or too much saturated fat.
    — Marie Bladt, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Previous nutrition guidelines suggested minimizing or avoiding full-fat dairy and all types of fat, including healthy and saturated fats.
    — Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of saturated
Verb
  • Maintenance on green roofs can cost anywhere from a few cents to over $3 a square foot per year and can be time-consuming depending on whether a roof needs to be weeded and watered by hand.
    — Taylor Wishart, The Conversation, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Both are fairly easy to do, and simply require planting your cutting in fresh potting soil and keeping it well watered.
    — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of watered
Adjective
  • Fortunately for us, there are plenty of ways to mix the two this weekend — from spa deals and rum-soaked revelry to a nostalgic hard rock show or a night of stress-busting belly laughs.
    — Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Kornacki then exclaimed, trying to collect his soaked papers.
    — Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of soaked
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
Adjective
  • As the Cyclospora outbreak grows, experts recommend washing all fresh produce that hasn’t been pre-washed—not just lettuce.
    — Sarah Garone, HEALTH, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Produce should then be thoroughly washed, even if it’s labeled as pre-washed.
    — Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 20 July 2026
Definition of washed
Verb
  • The film examines Short’s upbringing in Hamilton, Ontario as the youngest of five siblings, showered with love and attention from his earliest days (perhaps the only dark cloud in those blue skies being his father’s alcohol problem).
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 12 Aug. 2026
  • For three months, the two rappers slept, showered and worked there.
    — Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of showered

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