as in drowning
to make wet
you need to wet your hair thoroughly first
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Recent Examples of wetting
Irrigation should be applied at the base of the plant at the soil line to avoid wetting the blooms.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Irrigate at the base of plants to avoid wetting foliage, which can encourage plant diseases like black spot.
—Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2026
Avoid wetting leaves and vines.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 12 May 2026
To achieve the bright look, Davy used a ColourPop eyeshadow palette, wetting the shadows with some water and using a concealer brush to apply them.
—Hannah Kerns, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
Blot — don’t rub — and avoid over-wetting the mattress, which can lead to mold growth if moisture gets trapped inside.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
Other best practices like wetting surfaces and covering piles and trucks carrying loose material will also be in place.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
Also, wetting the peel before storage may encourage mold growth.
—Hannah Harper, Health, 21 Feb. 2026
Focus on even moisture at the soil level, and avoid wetting the flowers and the rest of the plant, if possible.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Irrigate at the base of plants to avoid wetting foliage, which can encourage plant diseases like black spot.
—Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2026
Avoid wetting leaves and vines.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 12 May 2026
To achieve the bright look, Davy used a ColourPop eyeshadow palette, wetting the shadows with some water and using a concealer brush to apply them.
—Hannah Kerns, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
Blot — don’t rub — and avoid over-wetting the mattress, which can lead to mold growth if moisture gets trapped inside.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
Other best practices like wetting surfaces and covering piles and trucks carrying loose material will also be in place.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
Also, wetting the peel before storage may encourage mold growth.
—Hannah Harper, Health, 21 Feb. 2026
Focus on even moisture at the soil level, and avoid wetting the flowers and the rest of the plant, if possible.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wetting
Verb
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The 15-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene, and a death investigation was launched as is standard procedure with drowning incidents, the sheriff’s office said.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
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On May 18, 2025, Kiser's 3-year-old son Trigg died after a drowning accident at their home in Chandler, Arizona.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
Verb
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If possible, unpack directly into the washing machine and run clothes on high heat for at least 30 minutes, both washing and drying.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
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Recharge the balls by washing them in a mesh bag on a delicate cycle, then air-dry or run them through a drying cycle on high heat.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
19 June 2026
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The remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur battered parts of the southeastern United States with drenching rains and strong wind on Thursday, tearing through buildings, flooding homes and launching water rescues along the Gulf Coast.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Other speakers raised concerns about potential odors and air pollutants emanating from the wastewater treatment facility and about how the facility might exacerbate flooding in the area.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Gently rub while rinsing to remove any dirt or excess fuzz.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
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Allow the solution to sit and break down stains for 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing with cool water.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
12 June 2026
Verb
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Out back, a secluded courtyard and soaking pool await.—
Sierra Vandervort,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2026
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The fillets should be a little damp, but not soaking wet.—
Alex Robinson,
Outdoor Life,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Make Watering Part of Your Routine One way to integrate watering the garden into your mornings is to set up a daily routine.—
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
19 June 2026
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During the heat of summer, Thorstenson recommends watering your containers daily.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
18 June 2026
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“Wetting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wetting. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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