hydrating

present participle of hydrate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hydrating
Verb
  • For this, Langelo recommends moistening the soil to make the weeds easier to pull.
    Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Each watering session should deliver about 1/2 inch of water, moistening the soil to a depth of about 6 inches to support healthy root development.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Run the bathroom fan during and after showering to remove moisture from the air.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 20 June 2026
  • There, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered a speech, showering praise on the Knicks team.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • Irrigation should be applied at the base of the plant at the soil line to avoid wetting the blooms.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
  • Irrigate at the base of plants to avoid wetting foliage, which can encourage plant diseases like black spot.
    Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2026
Verb
  • Make Watering Part of Your Routine One way to integrate watering the garden into your mornings is to set up a daily routine.
    Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 19 June 2026
  • During the heat of summer, Thorstenson recommends watering your containers daily.
    SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
Verb
  • While not an actual air conditioner, this misting fan can keep you just as cool—and a great way to boost your current AC unit in the hottest weather.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 17 June 2026
  • Newark is making sure many parks have splash pads and misting in order to create heat-safe zones outside.
    Christine Sloan, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • Clean the oven racks separately by spraying them with white vinegar and sprinkling them with baking soda.
    Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 13 June 2026
  • During Tuesday’s practice, which was the first of three on-field sessions this week, the Dolphins opened up the play-action game during the first 11-on-11 period by sprinkling in some running plays.
    Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 2 June 2026
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“Hydrating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hydrating. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

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