spindrift

noun

Definition of spindriftnext
as in mist

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  1. mist
  2. spray
Noun
  • Reed suggests using a cool-mist humidifier when sick, which can help ease stuffiness during a cold.
    — Andee Tagle, NPR, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Allure editors have consistently praised its fine, lightweight mist and a finish that sets within seconds.
    — Madison San Miguel, Allure, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of mist
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  • After between 30 to 45 seconds with Packard in his mouth, the whale had risen to the surface and spat him out, sending him flying through the air in a massive spray that was witnessed by his crewmate and another nearby mariner.
    — David Mack, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026
  • One easy solution is to irrigate your nose with a saline spray or rinse, says Amin.
    — Andee Tagle, NPR, 15 Oct. 2026
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“Spindrift.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spindrift. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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