as in damp
slightly or moderately wet
luckily, my new suede shoes are only a bit moist after I accidentally wore them in the rain
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as in moisture
the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets
the moistness of the limestone caves creates an ideal environment for the ripening of Roquefort cheese
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Recent Examples of moist
The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 6 May 2025
Full sun Soil Type: Medium to moist, well-draining, rich
Soil pH: Acidic to slightly alkaline (5.5-7.5)
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone: 5 to 9
Rose of Sharon makes up for its bare winter branches by producing large colorful blooms summer through fall.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 May 2025
Do keep the plants moist and apply a houseplant fertilizer once a month during the warm growing season.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2025
Plant them in small pockets of mixed colors in a cool, moist corner of a perennial garden.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
The pork will stay moist, and its juices will have time to mingle with the sauce.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 6 May 2025
Full sun Soil Type: Medium to moist, well-draining, rich
Soil pH: Acidic to slightly alkaline (5.5-7.5)
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone: 5 to 9
Rose of Sharon makes up for its bare winter branches by producing large colorful blooms summer through fall.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 May 2025
Do keep the plants moist and apply a houseplant fertilizer once a month during the warm growing season.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2025
Plant them in small pockets of mixed colors in a cool, moist corner of a perennial garden.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moist
Adjective
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Clean the Exterior and Reassemble the AC Unit Finally, wipe the exterior top and sides of the unit with a damp cloth.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 May 2025
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Most wallpapers should be lightly cleaned with a damp, soapy sponge and then wiped dry.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 May 2025
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Over time, depending on the level of moisture, the beads will change from orange to green.—
Lisa Wood Shapiro,
Wired News,
8 May 2025
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Wet it thoroughly before potting your blueberry plants and maintain consistent moisture through regular watering.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
7 May 2025
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In the summer, though, prepare for heat and humidity, as well as lots of sunshine.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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And this Revlon blow dryer brush is a must for anyone that suffers from frizz in high heat and humidity (just take it from me!).—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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“Moist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moist. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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