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or shrivelling
as in evaporating
to become small and wrinkly usually as a result of dehydration
Without irrigation, these plants would shrivel (up) and die.
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Recent Examples of shriveling
Phil Wahba, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2025
Cover with another sheet of paper to help retain moisture and prevent shriveling of the fruit.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2025
Seth Yudof, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2025
If the tubers appear to be dry or shriveling, sprinkle the packing material lightly with water.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Oct. 2025
Other signs of mold or spoilage include shriveling, leaking juice, soft spots, or an off smell.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
Weather extremes are shrivelling harvests on India's tea plantations, endangering the future of an industry famed for beverages as refreshing as Assam and Darjeeling, while reshaping a global trade estimated at more than $10 billion a year.
—Tora Agarwala, Reuters, 29 Aug. 2025
Noun
And with the shriveling of Kate Spade (and excluding Stuart Weitzman, which Tapestry recently unloaded), Coach represents nearly 80% of Tapestry sales.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2025
Cover with another sheet of paper to help retain moisture and prevent shriveling of the fruit.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2025
Verb
The industry has been shriveling for years.
—Seth Yudof, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2025
If the tubers appear to be dry or shriveling, sprinkle the packing material lightly with water.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Oct. 2025
Other signs of mold or spoilage include shriveling, leaking juice, soft spots, or an off smell.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
Weather extremes are shrivelling harvests on India's tea plantations, endangering the future of an industry famed for beverages as refreshing as Assam and Darjeeling, while reshaping a global trade estimated at more than $10 billion a year.
—Tora Agarwala, Reuters, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shriveling
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Avoid placing the plant in direct sunlight, as sudden exposure can cause stress and lead to wilting or sunburn.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
8 Jan. 2026
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Handmade metal sculptures reproduced the park’s plants in all their wilting, late-summer glory.—
Javier Montes,
Artforum,
1 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The National Weather Service said their radar showed rain about 5,000-to-10,000 feet above sea level over southern Monterey County on Tuesday but that the rain was evaporating before reaching the ground.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
30 Dec. 2025
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The evaporating water increases the humidity around the plant.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Indoor poinsettias should be repotted out of poorly draining pots as soon as possible, while outdoor plants should only be transplanted outside when temperatures are above 50°F.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
7 Jan. 2026
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Add a base layer of well-draining potting mix to the bottom of the new pot, about a few inches deep.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
7 Jan. 2026
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For heirlooms or items that hold special significance, consider preserving them with proper storage techniques that will avoid color fading and fabric damage.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
1 Jan. 2026
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Its material is soft and durable, as well as resistant to scratches and fading, according to the brand.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
31 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Spanx elevates its plain T-shirt by making it out of a buttery-soft, stretchable fabric that is moisture-wicking and quick-drying.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
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Vinegar can be drying, so remember to condition leather to keep it supple.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But Wells points out that in addition to the natural waning of the virus, other public health measures, such as vaccination and isolation, are instrumental in stopping its spread.—
Lauren J. Young,
Scientific American,
21 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The soil is collapsing, leaving something resembling large puddles among the freshwater marshes.—
Amy Green,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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At the same time, a currency collapsing under international sanctions, water shortages and recurring power outages have sharpened a sense of crisis across the country.—
Roxana Saberi,
Time,
9 Jan. 2026
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When Liverpool and Arsenal last met, in late August, a scorching late Dominik Szoboszlai free kick saw the reigning champions strike an ominous early blow in the title race, jumping three points ahead of their London rivals.—
Jack Bantock,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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As scorching sunshine gives way to dusk, enthusiastic attendees transition from waiting in clusters to jumping in anticipation of the pop-rock superstar’s appearance.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
27 Dec. 2025
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“Shriveling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shriveling. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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