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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
Forecasters advise those working or recreating outdoors as well as those without air conditioning to follow the forecast this week, stay hydrated, and seek cooling centers when possible. — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026 Drinking water throughout the day is important for staying hydrated, energized, and focused. — Amber Raiken, Verywell Health, 8 Sep. 2026 Radiant Glow Balm is a versatile balm that delivers a sheer, natural-looking tint, soft-focus glow and lightweight moisture for a dewy, hydrated finish. — ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026 Front-load anything exposed or physical into the morning and stay hydrated. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2026 Ferguson’s lab once showed that a driver who is cool and hydrated will be a few seconds faster than one who is overheating. — Patrick Iversen, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026 This is a facialist in a bottle—one application and your skin is suddenly plump, dewy, hydrated, and bright. — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 5 Sep. 2026 Modern-day formulas are often weightless and tout ingredients like hyaluronic acid and antioxidants to plump up the skin and keep it hydrated—while evening out tone and smoothing over textured spots. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 4 Sep. 2026 With the warm temperatures ahead, Salopek encouraged those planning to go outside to take breaks, stay hydrated and try to limit their time in the heat. — Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hydrated
  1. aqueous
  2. moistened
  3. saturated
  4. watered
  5. soaked
  6. wet
  7. washed
  8. showered
Adjective
  • That molecular-level control could provide a way to increase the amount of energy stored in aqueous zinc-ion batteries without allowing unwanted proton reactions to dominate the electrode.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026
  • All of these wheeled explorers found evidence of past aqueous environments.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of aqueous
Verb
  • Mix with a spatula until the dry ingredients are just moistened; do not overmix.
    — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Drizzle in 1/4 cup melted butter; stir until evenly moistened and crumbly.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of moistened
Adjective
  • But the saturated bottom, 50% carbon, is the consistency of axle grease.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Today’s media landscape has become far more saturated and polarized, as well as faster paced, in the decades since Grossman was a reporter.
    — Nick Holdstock, The Dial, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of saturated
Verb
  • Like all new plants, moss phlox should be watered regularly until the ground freezes and mulched in late fall to insulate the roots against the winter cold.
    — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The best way to determine if your dahlias need to be watered is to use your finger.
    — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 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
  • Havenith said deliberately wetting clothing can provide evaporative cooling, including for older adults who may not sweat as effectively.
    — Aya Diab, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • For best results, water deeply at the base of the plant, allowing moisture to soak into the root zone rather than wetting the foliage, says Kelly Funk, president and CEO of Jackson & Perkins.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of wet
Adjective
  • Made from naturally breathable, skin-friendly, pre-washed linen, the quilt is designed to hold up for years while growing softer with every wash.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026
  • 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
Definition of washed
Verb
  • The Gators’ first-year coach will exit the south end zone tunnel Saturday night under the lights — and the microscope — while showered by cheers as a new era of Florida football begins against Florida Atlantic.
    — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Curaçao’s infielders showered each other with water as a pack of fans tucked behind the third base dugout waved the Curaçao flag.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of showered

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