as in humidity
the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets dew is really just moisture from the air that condenses and collects when the temperature drops at night

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Recent Examples of moisture Mulch covers the soil to help hold in moisture and support beneficial soil microbes, among other things. Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2025 When potatoes are in a frosty environment like the fridge, the moisture inside the vegetable evaporates and transforms the shape into small, wrinkly taters. Logan Holland, People.com, 5 July 2025 Traditional systems rely on static schedules, completely disconnected from real-time conditions like weather changes or soil moisture levels. Shane Dyer, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025 Plus, the brand has clinical claims to back up the efficacy: In an independent consumer testing panel shared by the brand, after two weeks of use, participants found that frizz was improved by 22%, moisture levels increased by nearly 71%, and scalp redness reduced nearly 26%. Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 24 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for moisture
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humidity
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  • The two-inch lift adds just enough height without sacrificing comfort, and the flexible, water-friendly design holds up in heat, humidity, and even sudden tropical downpours.
    Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2025
  • Maryland’s heat index soared to 110 degrees, with oppressive humidity making conditions even more dangerous.
    Rachel Bustamante, Baltimore Sun, 28 June 2025

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“Moisture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moisture. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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