1
as in dripping
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
the soft, watery earth of the marshland
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2
as in runny
having an overly soft liquid consistency
watery oatmeal
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3
as in thin
not containing very much of some important element
a watery lemonade
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4
as in bland
lacking in qualities that make for spirit and character
political correctness has resulted in a lot of history books being written in very watery prose
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Recent Examples of watery
Looking like an early aughts version of her mom, the model posed for a watery photo shoot in a sleeveless chiffon shift dress, as well as a a gauzy white sundress with spaghetti straps and lace trim.
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Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Miner explained that clear protein powders have a more watery consistency and a slightly bitter, acidic taste without additives.
—Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2026
Bad sesame-ginger dressings are watery, wimpy, oily or syrupy.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
And the sense of reverence for the wrecks is palpable, especially in those who choose to explore these watery historical sites.
—Brian Higgins, Outside, 2 Mar. 2026
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Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Miner explained that clear protein powders have a more watery consistency and a slightly bitter, acidic taste without additives.
—Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2026
Bad sesame-ginger dressings are watery, wimpy, oily or syrupy.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
And the sense of reverence for the wrecks is palpable, especially in those who choose to explore these watery historical sites.
—Brian Higgins, Outside, 2 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for watery
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This concept was prevalent at this year's flower show, with many designers incorporating water features into their displays, from a simple dripping fountain to more formal pools, engaging visitors' auditory senses.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
9 Mar. 2026
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Don’t be fooled by their jaw-dripping price; the flats boast a luxe look thanks to their low profile and—of course—glove silhouette.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
7 Mar. 2026
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These Kleenex tissue packs can be used for runny noses, watery eyes, and to wipe your mouth.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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The first signs are nonspecific, including fever, cough, a runny nose and red eyes.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
6 Mar. 2026
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But the size of the reserves means Zimbabwe’s foreign-exchange reserves would pay for only one and a half months’ worth of the country’s imports, a thin buffer compared with many peers that typically hold three months or more.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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How to achieve blurred nails Once her prep is complete, Novakovic completes her blurred nails using two thin coats of Manucurist Active Blur.—
Dominic Cadogan,
Glamour,
9 Mar. 2026
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Once a go-to neutral, gray carpet has long since lost its charm; it's now linked to bland spaces that lack character.—
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
7 Mar. 2026
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This one came off bland, with a sauce that bordered on soupy rather than creamy.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 Mar. 2026
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Bubble teas may also contain tea extract powder and non-dairy creamers, which could add saturated fat.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
9 Mar. 2026
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Use avocados as a non-dairy substitute or replacement for saturated fats found in animal products and oils.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
9 Mar. 2026
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Dew point temperatures, which can indicate atmospheric moisture levels, will remain at or above the 90th percentile, keeping overnight temperatures mild and the air feeling soupy, the National Weather Service said.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
4 Mar. 2026
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Both gumbo and jambalaya typically contain poultry, seafood and sausage, but gumbo is soupier.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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Second, a dilute hydrochloric acid is used to dissolve the remaining lithium and the transition metals—nickel, cobalt, and manganese.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Oct. 2025
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For example, Wilson’s team is exploring whether dilute acids speed up weathering.—
Robert F. Service,
Science | AAAS,
3 Sep. 2020
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Crank up some music and have a dance party during an otherwise boring moment.—
Margery D. Rosen,
Parents,
5 Mar. 2026
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At this point, the UConn-dominance-is-boring crowd has had years to debate during the reigns of several incredible players.—
Chantel Jennings,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Watery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watery. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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