as in saturated
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
waterlogged soil that caused the roots of the potted plant to rot
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as in wet
to make wet
the wood was too waterlogged by the downpour to be used for a fire
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Recent Examples of waterlogged
Michelle Mastro, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2025
Over 1,000 local, state and federal personnel are working to comb difficult, waterlogged terrain for the missing, Texas Rep. Chip Roy said Saturday.
—Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 5 July 2025
Puentes also recommends using well-draining soil mixes and pots with drainage holes that allow excess water to escape, preventing waterlogged roots.
—Rebecca Torres, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
The pot does have an overflow system that will drain out water when the reservoir is too full, which helps prevent waterlogged soil.
—Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Both recommend using a cactus soil mix to help avoid the plant from becoming waterlogged, which can lead to root rot and ultimately, the plant’s demise.
—Michelle Mastro, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2025
Over 1,000 local, state and federal personnel are working to comb difficult, waterlogged terrain for the missing, Texas Rep. Chip Roy said Saturday.
—Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 5 July 2025
Puentes also recommends using well-draining soil mixes and pots with drainage holes that allow excess water to escape, preventing waterlogged roots.
—Rebecca Torres, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
The pot does have an overflow system that will drain out water when the reservoir is too full, which helps prevent waterlogged soil.
—Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waterlogged
Adjective
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The mineral can range from light to dark blue, but the darker colors are more saturated and common.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
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Some foods that contain saturated fats, such as fatty fish and dairy products, also provide essential nutrients.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But the comedy is absolutely something that wets my beak, I'm drawn to it.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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What sold me on the Shapton set was the process of wetting the whetstones.—
Jesse Raub,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The letter is dripping with LOVE for Israel and a frustration for its failure on social media.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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The Wall Street Hotel’s afternoon tea spot is dripping with jewel tones—a teal-blue carpet, mustard lounge chairs, a deep-red banquette.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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China began conducting the contentious patrols after a February 2024 accident in which two Chinese fishermen drowned near Kinmen while fleeing from Taiwan’s coast guard.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The 46-year-old former country star and 42-year-old actress suffered a tragedy in 2019 when their 3-year-old son River drowned in the pool outside their Texas home.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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When TikTok virality and playlist automation saturate listeners’ attention, artistic sameness threatens to rule the day—but independent artists on their own unique paths are still with us.—
Jenn Pelly,
Time,
7 June 2025
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Rain could aid firefighting efforts and saturate dry fuels, reducing their risk of igniting in the future.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Sediment washed into a nearby seasonal wetland.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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The quality of the blanket shines when washed.—
L. Daniela Alvarez,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Add the soaked bread and its water to the blender along with the tomatoes, onion, and bell pepper.—
Laura Mclively,
Mercury News,
26 Sep. 2025
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The oversized, dual-textured, pre-soaked treatment towelettes bring the power of clinical skincare to your bodycare routine.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Waterlogged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waterlogged. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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