WETTING Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

wetting

verb

present participle of wet

as in drowning

to make wet you need to wet your hair thoroughly first

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Recent Examples of wetting Havenith said deliberately wetting clothing can provide evaporative cooling, including for older adults who may not sweat as effectively. — Aya Diab, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026 For best results, water deeply at the base of the plant, allowing moisture to soak into the root zone rather than wetting the foliage, says Kelly Funk, president and CEO of Jackson & Perkins. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 13 Aug. 2026 Pyne argues that Mediterranean Europe, much like California, is naturally predisposed to burn because of an annual cycle of wetting and drying. — M. R. O’Connor, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2026 Make sure water penetrates to the deep roots in addition to wetting surface roots. — Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026 Water in the morning deeply at the base of the plant using a soaker hose, avoiding wetting the leaves to prevent fungal diseases. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 July 2026 While most detanglers are strictly for post-wash on damp hair, this milky mist can also be used to prime hair before wetting it, doubles as a heat protectant, and can even be used to restyle your hair on days two, three, or four. — Eden Stuart, Glamour, 7 July 2026 Taking regular cool showers and baths, wetting clothes or towels with cold water and putting your pillowcases in the fridge or freezer can all help further cool your body down, and hopefully, get a good night’s sleep. — Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 2 July 2026 Joanna Shoulder received the beating as discipline for wetting her bed, according to a homicide detective’s account of his interview of the girl’s father described in an arrest warrant affidavit. — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 June 2026

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People swept into the ocean by sneaker waves faced the risk of drowning in extremely cold water, the agency said.

— Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 12 Nov. 2026
On July 7, Connor Murphy died by drowning in the lake in his backyard in Thailand.

— Barry Levitt, Time, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of drowning

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Computer modeling of the results suggests half of the plastic bottles washing into the Great Lakes and oceans every year come from at least 10 miles and up to 120 miles away, the scientists reported.

— Michael Hawthorne, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
From washing dishes at a Denny's to running the most valuable company in the world.

— Kif Leswing,Annie Palmer,Kevin Breuninger,Samantha Subin,Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of washing

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Early Monday morning, the Gila River crested more than 2 feet higher than the level capable of flooding several homes and businesses on the north sides of Solomon, Safford and Thatcher, Arizona, according to the National Weather Service.

— Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2026
Benally said his parents, both in their 60s, have lived in the area all their lives and have never seen flooding this severe.

— Christopher Weber, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of flooding

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As a start, Mena recommends waiting at least 48 hours before washing your hair, incorporating a sulfate-free, color-safe shampoo on wash days, and always rinsing with cool to lukewarm water.

— Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 1 Nov. 2026
Apply the mask, then leave it on for five minutes before rinsing off.

— Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of rinsing

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Heavy rain and a few thunderstorms are soaking parts of Brooklyn as even heavier thunderstorms churn off the coast just to the south.

— Gloria Pazmino, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2026
The primary suite, which is set up in one of the original coal sheds on the ground level, is outfitted with a kiva-style fireplace, skylights, a soaking tub, and French doors opening to a flagstone patio overlooking the creek.

— Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of soaking

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Keep watering thin spots until just before the ground freezes, especially on reseeded areas.

— Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 5 Nov. 2026
Adjusting mowing height, watering deeply but less frequently, and following appropriate fertilization practices may improve its appearance without additional seed.

— Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of watering

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