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as in dripping
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
I left the car windows open while it rained, and the seats got all wet
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as in drunk
being under the influence of alcohol
designated a driver so the others could get wet and make it home safely at the end of the night
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as in sticky
appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way
things get more than a little wet during the opera's big death scene
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as in weak
British
lacking strength of will or character
employees of the company despised their boss as a wet and ineffectual bloke
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as in rain
a steady falling of water from the sky in significant quantity
winced as he walked out into the wet without any protection
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as in to wash
to make wet
you need to wet your hair thoroughly first
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Recent Examples of wet
Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Aug. 2025
Visit during the rainy season Costa Rica has only two seasons: wet and dry, and one of them sees much greater traffic.
—Mona Gable, AFAR Media, 4 Aug. 2025
Mark Richard, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
Unfortunately, in the case of going to bed with wet (or even damp) hair, the downsides might outweigh the benefits.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Oct. 2024
Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2025
To create the look, Vickers wets White’s hair, coats it with sea salt spray to add texture, and then finishes it off a diffuser and milk serum to help keep the shape.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 2 July 2025
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Adjective
Stay away from water, wet items, and metal objects.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Aug. 2025
Visit during the rainy season Costa Rica has only two seasons: wet and dry, and one of them sees much greater traffic.
—Mona Gable, AFAR Media, 4 Aug. 2025
Noun
On his way past the lagoon, Gilligan passes Mrs. Howell, who has been trying to drown herself but never has the nerve, always coming and standing dripping wet in the doorway to the Howells’ hut, Mr. Howell lounging in his hammock with his thoughts of Ginger.
—Mark Richard, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
Unfortunately, in the case of going to bed with wet (or even damp) hair, the downsides might outweigh the benefits.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Oct. 2024
Verb
Several people wetted shirts in the river, then put them back on.
—Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2025
To create the look, Vickers wets White’s hair, coats it with sea salt spray to add texture, and then finishes it off a diffuser and milk serum to help keep the shape.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 2 July 2025
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Climate change has made Asia’s rainy season more dangerous, experts say, and also more unpredictable: A surprising lack of rain in Japan has raised concerns about the country’s rice harvest.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The rainy season can last through late September, which is when the park begins to cool.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
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In his memoir, Perry recalled how Aniston was the first costar to confront him about his troubles despite him never having been drunk on set.—
Mekishana Pierre,
EW.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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In August 2024, the nursing home was penalized when federal surveyors found that two residents were leaving the nursing home without signing out and then returning drunk.—
Ciara McCarthy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Aug. 2025
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Despite skyrocketing prices for TV rights from name-brand sports leagues, even smaller streaming services know their future will be driven in part by that particularly sticky tune-in driver for audiences.—
David Bloom,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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For dried or sticky grease, Marshall suggests switching to dish soap diluted in water and rubbing gently with a soft sponge or microfiber cloth.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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And if tariffs only cause a one-time jump in prices, weaker purchasing power could slow the economy.—
Raul Elizalde,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Despite these efforts, economic conditions and weak demand for domestic leisure travel pose challenges.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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Sweltering heat, a hint of rain and a stormy weekend could all be in the cards for the Kansas City area this week, according to the National Weather Service.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 Aug. 2025
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The episode ends with Tyler transformed, Laurel fatally wounded and Wednesday thrown from a window, left unconscious in the rain as the Hyde vanishes.—
Jane LaCroix,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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In the clip, which Lizzo posted on TikTok, the rapper is seen washing a Porsche while wearing a denim top.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
7 Aug. 2025
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First wash your hands, then follow these guidelines.—
Amy Brightfield,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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With an astounding 20 million followers and over 1.6 billion video views, Ligue 1 McDonald’s has emerged as one of the most influential sports publishers on TikTok, proving that even in a saturated market, strategic innovation can generate unparalleled reach.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Any of these oils can support heart health, especially when used in place of saturated fats and trans fats.10 Be mindful of heat temperatures: Different oils have different smoke points, which is the temperature an oil starts to burn and smoke.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
4 Aug. 2025
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That path is instantly decimated as a more and more drunken Adriana spends the day going scorched earth on Marysol, both behind her back and to her face.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
31 July 2025
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The menu includes drunken noodles with Chinese broccoli, peppers, onions and Thai basil in soy sauce; lo mein, with egg noodles, cabbage and vegetables in XO sauce, and rice dishes such as General Tso's chicken and sweet-and-sour chicken.—
Keith Pandolfi,
The Enquirer,
30 July 2025
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“Wet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wet. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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