HYDRATING Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

hydrating

verb

present participle of hydrate

as in moisturizing

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The next several days will see a cooling and moistening trend in both the Bay Area and Central Coast; temperatures are expected to be well below seasonal averages.

— Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
For this, Langelo recommends moistening the soil to make the weeds easier to pull.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026

Definition of moistening

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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 wetting

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Keep watering thin spots until just before the ground freezes, especially on reseeded areas.

— Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 5 Nov. 2026
Adjusting mowing height, watering deeply but less frequently, and following appropriate fertilization practices may improve its appearance without additional seed.

— Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of watering

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Consider misting the plant weekly, placing the pot over a tray of moist pebbles, or putting the plant near a humidifier.

— Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2026
Dyer suggests misting the cloth with the cleaning solution and wiping the window in vertical sections before using a dry cloth to wipe the areas again.

— Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of misting

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Burgess recommends sprinkling this powerhouse combo into overnight oats and atop yogurt bowls.

— Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 2 Nov. 2026
Try blending them into a smoothie, stirring them into oatmeal, yogurt, or cottage cheese for extra crunch, or sprinkling them over salads, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables to add texture and richness.

— Lauren Manaker MS, HEALTH, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of sprinkling

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