Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moisturizing
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Soften turf by moistening the lawn a day or two before removal and use a sharp space to cut small sections.—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
15 Feb. 2026 -
Your nose is better at warming and moistening the cold, dry air than your mouth.—
Susan Russell,
Verywell Health,
23 Dec. 2025
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Jupiter is in your sign, showering you with blessings of fortune every step along the way.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
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His father, Iran's last king, had a close relationship with the United States, but he was also known for suppressing opposition and showering his friends with wealth.—
Scott Pelley,
CBS News,
2 Mar. 2026
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When cleaning your upholstered headboard, avoid over-wetting it.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
3 Mar. 2026
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Use drip irrigation or soaker hoses to avoid wetting the foliage when watering, which can encourage foliar disease.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
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Start watering plumeria when leaves appear towards the end of the month.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Tips for Watering Your Garden in the Summer Gardening pros detail the best tips for watering your garden in the summer, so your plants and lawn stay happy and healthy.—
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
4 Mar. 2026
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Koutroulis said the county has instituted various mitigation measures to suppress the stink, including misting systems, industrial fans and soil to cover waste.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
10 Feb. 2026
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Sokolowski also recommends avoiding misting your refrigerator with water directly—always apply it to a microfiber cloth first.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
5 Feb. 2026
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Designed to protect infrastructure from earthquakes, wind, and industrial vibrations, the invention offers a low-cost, reliable alternative to other damping systems.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Mar. 2026
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Increase Air Circulation and Humidity Place a small fan near the seed starting area to keep the air moving and reduce damping off, a common fungal disease.—
Sheryl Geerts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Moisturizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moisturizing. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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