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Recent Examples of moisten Morning and night, moisten a cotton pad and smooth it over your face and neck. Deanna Pai, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2025 The growing medium of containerized plants can sometimes be difficult to moisten if they are planted in your beds when dry. Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025 Using a spatula, stir until the flour is just moistened and mostly incorporated (a few small clumps are okay). Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2025 Smart Cleaning with Pre-Wet, Adjustable Wash, and Warm Drying The T38 includes a pre-wet feature that releases a gentle stream of water to moisten the bowl before use, which may help reduce residue and support more effective flushing. Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 16 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for moisten
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moisten
Verb
  • Spray the door generously with cleaner or use a microfiber cloth to wet the door with the diluted vinegar mixture.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2025
  • Before going in, run the inside of your mouth with your tongue to wet every surface.
    Ian Kumamoto, Them., 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The first system is forecast to arrive early Monday, followed by a second on Wednesday, keeping the capital region damp and breezy through Thursday.
    Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2025
  • Use a brush or damp sponge to scrub the area, and then rinse it with water and dry with a clean cloth.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Drain the berries in a colander in the sink, rinsing them with a light spray of running water.
    Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Drinking it less often, enjoying it with meals or rinsing your mouth out with water after drinking may lessen such adverse effects.
    Daryl Austin, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Appetizer options include mini crab cakes and salmon bites, served alongside an assortment of specialty cocktails to wash it all down.
    Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 26 Sep. 2025
  • The lid and straw can be quickly washed by hand, though some reviewers recommend using a straw cleaner for better scrubbing.
    Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Lightly dampen the cloth in soapy water if that hair spray and mousse aren't coming off.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Rain couldn’t dampen spirits in Milan as guests crowded the entryway—always the sign of a good party.
    Sofia Viganò, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The pocket collapses, flushing Lagway to his left.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Removes Toxins The nutritional makeup of pears can help promote healthy bowel movements by keeping stools soft, which also encourages the removal of toxins by flushing out the digestive system.
    Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 23 Sep. 2025

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“Moisten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moisten. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.

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