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Recent Examples of moisturize
The rich lotion is made with hyaluronic acid, shea butter, and glycerin to intensely moisturize dry, dull skin.
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Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
Probiotics Probiotics can help moisturize the skin.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2026
Keratin is a protein that can not only repair hair structure but also moisturize and smooth the cuticle, reducing frizz.
—Eden Stuart, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2026
Besides the cooling, calming eucalyptus oil, the cream also contains soybean and linseed oil to deeply moisturize the skin and leave it looking baby smooth, with no signs of dry patches, flakes, or redness in sight.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026
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Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
Probiotics Probiotics can help moisturize the skin.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2026
Keratin is a protein that can not only repair hair structure but also moisturize and smooth the cuticle, reducing frizz.
—Eden Stuart, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2026
Besides the cooling, calming eucalyptus oil, the cream also contains soybean and linseed oil to deeply moisturize the skin and leave it looking baby smooth, with no signs of dry patches, flakes, or redness in sight.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moisturize
Verb
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Plus, avocado oil provides heat protection up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, while a blend of sunflower oil, hemisqualane, and squalane hydrate the hair for a healthy gleam.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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The overnight hand treatment includes pure retinol to help reduce rough texture, colloidal oatmeal to soothe irritation, and panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) to hydrate and support the skin barrier.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Slightly moisten the soil around the hydrangea.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
3 May 2026
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Turn the compost pile, and keep it properly moistened.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2026
Verb
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Heating the indoor air in winter means the air will retain more moisture (it won't be dispersed to help humidify plants or your sinuses), but lowering the thermostat to a temperate 68 degrees F can help increase relative humidity in your home, and this can help your houseplants stay vibrant.—
Peg Aloi,
The Spruce,
5 Jan. 2026
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Great for small bedrooms or offices, the Crane cool mist humidifier can humidify spaces up to 500 square feet for up to 24-hours.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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When the news broke Wednesday that Ted Turner, the renowned media and sports mogul, had died at the age of 87, leading voices in the media and entertainment world showered praise upon his legacy.—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
6 May 2026
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Some have baths, others showers, most have an outside terrace or balcony.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Instead of using a watering can, consider using a spray bottle to mist the soil.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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While misting only raises humidity levels for a few minutes, some plants like ferns, monsteras, and orchids actually prefer being misted.—
Asia London Palomba,
The Spruce,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Sprinkle an inch or two on top of the soil, then wet it with a hose to prevent the paper from blowing around.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2026
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Blot — don’t rub — and avoid over-wetting the mattress, which can lead to mold growth if moisture gets trapped inside.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Be sure your beds of pachysandra get watered during extended dry periods, but be sure to water deeply and in the morning to allow the foliage time to dry before nightfall.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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Aim to water them weekly, but avoid overwatering and creating soggy soil.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
Verb
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The San Francisco Bay Area also has a slight chance of light rain and drizzle, with more substantial wetting rains — up to half an inch — possible in the North Bay from Monday night into Tuesday morning.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
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Next time the forecast shows drizzle, skip the umbrella panic and follow this playbook instead.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Moisturize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moisturize. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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