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Recent Examples of wetness
Spores require prolonged leaf wetness and are easily spread by air movement.
—
Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2026
Data shows that a scenario of persistent wetness, changes in winter and seasonal runoff is part of the future for Michigan and the other states and Canadian provinces along the Great Lakes Basin, as well as New England.
—The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
Finish with a dry microfiber cloth to buff away any streaks and wetness.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Insufficient sun exposure may also bring on disease since leaves wet for more than a few hours, even if the wetness comes from morning dew, are likely to develop powdery mildew.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
Intense dryness followed by intense wetness means massive amounts of water moving through the soil, bringing farm chemicals like nitrogen with it, Glisan said.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
These are typically cheaper than natural deodorants for sensitive skin – and are much more effective at absorbing wetness.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
And forecasters at Weather Underground keep thunderstorms in the forecast next Tuesday before the wetness moves on by next Wednesday.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
Watering at the soil level will help avoid excessive leaf wetness, which can create a greater risk of disease, Lijee says.
—Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026
Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2026
Data shows that a scenario of persistent wetness, changes in winter and seasonal runoff is part of the future for Michigan and the other states and Canadian provinces along the Great Lakes Basin, as well as New England.
—The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
Finish with a dry microfiber cloth to buff away any streaks and wetness.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Insufficient sun exposure may also bring on disease since leaves wet for more than a few hours, even if the wetness comes from morning dew, are likely to develop powdery mildew.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
Intense dryness followed by intense wetness means massive amounts of water moving through the soil, bringing farm chemicals like nitrogen with it, Glisan said.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
These are typically cheaper than natural deodorants for sensitive skin – and are much more effective at absorbing wetness.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
And forecasters at Weather Underground keep thunderstorms in the forecast next Tuesday before the wetness moves on by next Wednesday.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
Watering at the soil level will help avoid excessive leaf wetness, which can create a greater risk of disease, Lijee says.
—Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wetness
Noun
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Tomato sauce goes on top of the cheese to avoid sogginess and prevent burning during long bake times.—
The Sacramento Bee staff,
Sacbee.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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The lettuce and onions are appropriately crunchy, the light mayo spread prevents sogginess and, most importantly, the quarter-pound patties are large and flavorful, with a noticeable taste of black pepper.—
Jacob Wilt,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Delectables Squeeze Up 48-Count Cat Treats This 48-pack of interactive Squeeze Up treats supports your cat’s hydration with a 90% moisture formula made from premium proteins for healthy bonding.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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These towels retain moisture better than any other absorbent material.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
11 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Wetness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wetness. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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