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as in rainfall
a light or fine rain
a mist was falling on the streets as we drove home
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as in to obscure
to make dark, dim, or indistinct
the damp air misted the window pane
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Recent Examples of mist
Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Waterspouts are spinning columns of air and water mist above bodies of water and can take two forms, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Wrinkle releasers, which are fabric sprays made from diluted liquid fabric softener, are misted onto dry clothes to coax out wrinkles, offering an alternative to ironing.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2025
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Noun
The show features flamethrowers, multi-colored fountains and lasers synchronized to inspiring scenes beamed onto a 36-storey hotel and three screens formed from fountains which fan out into a fine mist.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Waterspouts are spinning columns of air and water mist above bodies of water and can take two forms, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
Beyond this amenity, the pangolins are also provided with misting systems, unique sleeping areas and sound machines, each one playing a crucial role in fostering a safe and secure environment for the proliferation of this imperiled species.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Wrinkle releasers, which are fabric sprays made from diluted liquid fabric softener, are misted onto dry clothes to coax out wrinkles, offering an alternative to ironing.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mist
Noun
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During periods of intense rainfall, the risk of flooding increases, particularly in low-lying and flood-prone areas.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Be mindful of weather patterns and plan to water containers every other day or so, depending on rainfall and temperatures.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Citations for not having headlights on during rain, fog or smoke and for not wearing a seatbelt were also dismissed.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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In the summer of 2025, the Faroes experienced a heat wave of sorts, with temperatures up to the low twenties (Celsius) and several days of almost no rain and fog only in the morning.—
Mattias Goldmann,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The bill would prohibit federal and local law enforcement officers from wearing masks that obscure their identity during public-facing operations, with exemptions for medical and undercover purposes.—
Amelia Wu,
Sacbee.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Justin shares Jack with wife Hailey Baldwin Bieber, and while the couple often shares photos of their son, his face is often obscured.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Dukkah is best known as a savory sprinkle made with sesame seeds and spices.—
Faye Levy,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
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Enjoy it black for a subtle hint of apple, or dress it up with frothed milk and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar for a homemade fall latte.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Around them, disco lights spill out from beneath a motorhome, piercing the haze from flares and exhaust fumes.—
Jonathan Hawkins,
CNN Money,
10 Sep. 2025
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Could some of these haze-rich exoplanets have something remarkable within their atmospheres?—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Long Walk uses the rawness of its spartan premise to venture deep into uncomfortable territory, culminating in an ending that blurs the lines between perseverance and defeat, hope and nihilism.—
James Grebey,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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On the third floor, The World of RH Bar and Lounge showcases highlights from other RH destinations around the world, including two jets RH One and Two, the RH Three yacht, and 26 restaurants and bars, showing how seamlessly the brand blurs the line between lifestyle and design.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Slash’s Hat Cake is a vanilla sponge cake with tropical habanero inside, a honey drizzle and black velvet spray frosting that won’t turn your mouth or lips black.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
11 Sep. 2025
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The dessert appeared to feature layers of cream and strawberry and banana slices, topped with a scoop of ice cream and chocolate drizzle.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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Fair-weather waterspouts form along the base of clouds, starting on the water's surface and don't typically include high winds or thunderstorms, NOAA said.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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This path is for the organization that values neutrality and wants to manage all cloud providers as interchangeable resources.—
Serge Lucio,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Mist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mist. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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