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as in to dry
to make dry
the clear desert air is seared by the summer sun
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as in burn
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Recent Examples of sear
Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 Feb. 2026
The ban might deliver some truly valuable benefits, letting youthful missteps remain local and ephemeral, rather than searing permanent brands onto developing psyches, and giving young people more time to develop the in-person social skills and connections that make life meaningful.
—Keith Humphreys, The Atlantic, 2 Feb. 2026
Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026
Working in batches to prevent crowding the pan, add the chicken and sear until golden brown on both sides.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 15 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Designed to provide steady, even heat to transform tough cuts of meat and hearty vegetables, this braiser has a wide base that allows ingredients to be placed in a single layer for searing without crowding.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 Feb. 2026
The ban might deliver some truly valuable benefits, letting youthful missteps remain local and ephemeral, rather than searing permanent brands onto developing psyches, and giving young people more time to develop the in-person social skills and connections that make life meaningful.
—Keith Humphreys, The Atlantic, 2 Feb. 2026
Noun
Of course, these winter mainstays often call for a Dutch oven to create an ideal simmer or sear.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026
Working in batches to prevent crowding the pan, add the chicken and sear until golden brown on both sides.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sear
Verb
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Fire crews from Escondido, San Diego and Cal Fire responded and put out the blaze, which charred around 2 acres.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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The seeds are seasoned, and the tortillas must be charred.—
Imelda García,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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By adjusting slurry mixing and drying protocols alone, the team reduced internal ionic resistance in their test electrodes by up to 40 percent.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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West says that fragrances with deeper notes like musk, tobacco, and cardamom, create a lasting impression as the fragrance dries down throughout the day.—
Allure,
Allure,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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For overnight stays, the campground features 24 sites, each equipped with a picnic table, water, electric service, and a burn ring perfect for a night around the campfire.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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Some were struck in the head or groin, sometimes at close range, and others suffered burns on their arms or legs, according to interviews and court findings.—
Natasha Korecki,
NBC news,
14 Feb. 2026
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Saturated in the heatwave colors of Australia’s scorching Red Center, with its searing blue skies and bright orange sands, Wolfram makes the grim, lawless backwater of Wake in Fright seem positively cosmopolitan by comparison.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2026
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Unfazed as the first shooter of the event — and the first player introduced to the masses — Knueppel scorched the nets to the tune of 27 points.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Feb. 2026
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For the first time, the researchers demonstrated that human spinal cord organoids can reproduce the formation of dense glial scars, which block nerve regeneration.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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In addition to flash flood risks, residents in burn scar areas in Los Angeles County face a threat of mudslides as the rainfall accumulates.—
Doha Madani,
NBC news,
16 Feb. 2026
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Place one-half cup cream in a sauce pot and bring up to a scald.—
Kathryn Gregory,
Louisville Courier Journal,
23 Jan. 2026
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This tent can double as a heat protector when summer temperatures soar into the 90s and the foliage and bark of many plants, especially tropicals, are susceptible to heat scald.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
21 Nov. 2025
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The conviction last week closes a case that dates to December, when Hernandez was found guilty of two counts of child abuse likely to produce great bodily harm or death.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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Experiences of affirmation too Speaking to multiple generations of students provides unique insight into the ways in which Black students continue to experience racial harm and trauma in Philly public schools.—
Leana Cabral,
The Conversation,
17 Feb. 2026
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Part of this is internal, forgiving any part of yourself that feels bad for holding on to the hurt and comforting the younger version of yourself that is still alive inside you and vividly feeling that hurt.—
Eric Thomas,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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As Pansy increasingly nears her snapping point, the film explores how even through lifetimes of hurt and hardship, families still find ways to love one another.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Sear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sear. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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