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Recent Examples of moisten Each wipe comes well-moistened, and gently removed a full-face of product, from foundation to waterproof mascara. Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 18 Mar. 2025 In another small bowl, combine the panko, oil and remaining 1 tablespoon dill; stir until the breadcrumbs are evenly moistened. Christopher Kimball, The Denver Post, 13 Mar. 2025 Southern California News Group contributor Cathy Thomas has a recipe for Colcannon, a rustic dish of mashed potatoes moistened with milk and butter and mixed with cabbage and onions. Emily St. Martin, Orange County Register, 11 Mar. 2025 Each package comes with a packet of coarse salt, and the instructions say to moisten the surface with water, shower on a little (or a lot) of salt, and warm the pretzel twists in a 350°F before diving in. Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for moisten
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moisten
Verb
  • Once seedlings are visible, water from below and, throughout the growth of your plants, never wet the foliage to minimize mildew development.
    Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 15 May 2025
  • My clothes were wet with sweat on the inside and wet on the outside from a mixture of rain, snow and sleet, and some of the mist was freezing on the trees.
    Charles Elliott, Outdoor Life, 1 May 2025
Verb
  • They’re applied to damp hair after shampooing and conditioning—and then, crucially, left there.
    Malia Griggs, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2025
  • In a nutshell, the shocks use low damping forces when the vehicle is traveling in a high frequency environment, like on long stretches of smooth road, but use high damping forces when traveling in a low frequency area like a road with a lot of bumps or sharp corners.
    Bryan Rogala, Outside Online, 30 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Use a dishcloth to wash all parts, rinse, and place in the drying rack.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 19 May 2025
  • The orange juice equipment parts and machine got washed, rinsed, but not sanitized.
    David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 15 May 2025
Verb
  • Afterward, wash the cleanser off with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel.4 Some people with sensitive skin find that cleansing with water in the morning is sufficient, and over-cleansing with products can irritate their skin.
    Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 15 May 2025
  • Before washing, inspect the area for any cracks or damage and repair them as needed.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
Verb
  • Although demand for soundstages outstripped supply a few years ago, production has recently slowed and dampened the current need for them.
    Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2025
  • Your reluctance seeps into your writing and dampens your impact.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Verb
  • After the session, a friend came to pick Priest up and was surprised to find his face flushed.
    Michael Pollan, New Yorker, 19 May 2025
  • This is small and simple, and consists of a sink, shower, and a flushing toilet.
    Adam Williams May 19, New Atlas, 19 May 2025

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“Moisten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moisten. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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