water

verb

Definition of waternext
as in to wet
to make wet watered the plants

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Recent Examples of water Though ocean waters across the Atlantic are amply warm right now, those cross-cutting winds—known as wind shear—aren’t abating. — Andrea Thompson, Scientific American, 30 Sep. 2026 These had worked adequately for isolated farmers, but too many could overwhelm the absorptive capacity of the ground—especially if sprinklers were watering the lawns—causing effluent to rise to the surface or enter waterways. — Daniel Immerwahr, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2026 Just provide them with plenty of bright, indirect light and water them when the top 1-inch of soil feels dry to the touch. — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 28 Sep. 2026 Forgetting to water after laying down the paper bag mulch can cause the bags to blow away in the wind. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for water
Recent Examples of Synonyms for water
  1. wet
  2. drown
  3. wash
  4. flood
Verb
  • Crumble up and wet a small piece, then gently rub it over spots and stains.
    — Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 13 Sep. 2026
  • Havenith said deliberately wetting clothing can provide evaporative cooling, including for older adults who may not sweat as effectively.
    — Aya Diab, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of wet
Verb
  • Family members believe Jilani drowned after becoming trapped in powerful water currents.
    — Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Threats also remain from strong rip currents and large waves, which increase the risk of ocean drowning and could threaten to capsize small boats near shore.
    — Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of drown
Verb
  • How many Japanese women wash their face and hands in the morning with coconut soap?
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Anyone who comes into contact with the bait’s liquid vaccine should thoroughly wash their hands using soap and water, then call the phone number listed on the bait or their local health department for further instructions and referral.
    — Eva Flowe October 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of wash
Verb
  • The greatest concern is high tide through Sunday morning and swells from the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel could create dangerous conditions with beach erosion and seawater once again flooding beach roads and paths.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026
  • The urgency around courting nonaligned voters has been on display at recent debates, in ads flooding the airwaves and in the campaign money pouring into key states.
    — Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of flood

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“Water.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water. Accessed 16 Oct. 2026.

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