as in to wet
to make or become slightly or moderately wet
moisten the cloth before cleaning with it
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Recent Examples of moisten
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.
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Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2025
For any type of cabinet, a soft cloth lightly moistened with soapy water should do the job effectively.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2025
Besides water to moisten the mix, have a pan of water on hand that’s big enough to rinse your soil-blocker in occasionally, so it doesn’t get clogged.
—Margaret Roach Stacey Cramp, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
Add the dry ingredients and stir with a silicone spatula until evenly moistened; the mixture will be dryish and thick.
—Christopher Kimball, The Denver Post, 13 Feb. 2025
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Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2025
For any type of cabinet, a soft cloth lightly moistened with soapy water should do the job effectively.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2025
Besides water to moisten the mix, have a pan of water on hand that’s big enough to rinse your soil-blocker in occasionally, so it doesn’t get clogged.
—Margaret Roach Stacey Cramp, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
Add the dry ingredients and stir with a silicone spatula until evenly moistened; the mixture will be dryish and thick.
—Christopher Kimball, The Denver Post, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moisten
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Diagnosis Exams typically begin with a thorough medical history because there is a genetic component to wet AMD, and other health factors can raise your risk.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
7 Apr. 2025
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Serve Use a lime wedge to wet the rim and the side of the bottle.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Mar. 2025
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Ride quality is good in the Privilege AWD as this car has active air suspension with continuous damping control.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Optional Dynamic Suspension Adjustment can tweak the damping, spring rate, and load compensation on the fly.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 Apr. 2025
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Leave-ins offer lightweight moisture, detangling, and frizz control, while traditional conditioners deliver deeper hydration that’s typically rinsed out.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
24 Apr. 2025
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How To Use the K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask Forget your usual lather, rinse, repeat, and condition routine.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
23 Apr. 2025
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Reynolds’ colleagues found 97% of people had never washed them, and many were contaminated by bacteria, including E. coli, from foods like raw meats and produce.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
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Geometric furniture and decorative elements are washed in rich colors and lush textures.—
Blue Carreon,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Such a move would also signal Beijing’s continued commitment to the dollar system and dampen speculation about an emerging BRICS currency or a broader push toward de-dollarization.—
Zongyuan Zoe Liu,
Foreign Affairs,
29 Apr. 2025
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Trump’s comments dampened investor sentiment over hopes for a U.S.-China trade deal.—
Sean Conlon,Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2025
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Toilets release a plume into the air when they’re flushed.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
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Drain and flush again before refilling with fresh water for use.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Moisten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moisten. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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