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as in to droop
to be limp from lack of water or vigor
the plants wilted after I forgot to water them for three whole days
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as in to fade
to lose bodily strength or vigor
she had wilted a bit after walking around the hot and humid city
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as in to dry
to lose liveliness, force, or freshness
after six solid hours of painting, his energy was starting to wilt
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Recent Examples of wilt
The environment in the Bell Centre could have made some young players wilt.
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Arpon Basu, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
The home team wilted after Salt Lake went ahead 2-1 on Luna’s penalty kick off an unfortunate hand-ball foul on Jeppe Tverskov, who reacted to an 8-yard liner heading toward his head against the run of play.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2025
Young plants frequently wilt during the heat of the day due to their limited root systems.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 May 2025
Many of his fellow Rockies, through wilting weeks around Coors Field, have similarly turned to online ghosts.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 21 May 2025
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Arpon Basu, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
The home team wilted after Salt Lake went ahead 2-1 on Luna’s penalty kick off an unfortunate hand-ball foul on Jeppe Tverskov, who reacted to an 8-yard liner heading toward his head against the run of play.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2025
Young plants frequently wilt during the heat of the day due to their limited root systems.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 May 2025
Many of his fellow Rockies, through wilting weeks around Coors Field, have similarly turned to online ghosts.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wilt
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Now the room, decorated with giant lamps resembling drooping wildflowers, is a temple to a different kind of currency: designer stilettos (from the likes of Manolo Blahnik and Jacquemus).—
Marina Harss,
New Yorker,
13 June 2025
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Your concerns are valid: The eyes are the most delicate and expressive features on the face, and poor outcomes can lead to unnatural shape, drooping lids, asymmetry or problems with vision if the surgery is done improperly.—
Carlos Wolf,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2025
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Despite the metaverse hype having faded, Infinite Reality shows that investor belief in immersive environments remains, especially when linked to creator infrastructure or enterprise applications. 4.—
Elena Volotovskaya,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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When McBride isn’t answering the director’s questions and when Joynt is able to fade into the background, the documentary, which asserts little visual style other than fly-on-the-wall presence, is able to witness moments that showcase the unguarded McBride.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
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As airflow becomes restricted, the appliance must work harder to dry your clothes, resulting in longer drying times, higher energy bills, and unnecessary wear and tear.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2025
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But the specialty drink is far from alone as trade barriers weaken already drying demand for spirits.—
Karen Gilchrist,
CNBC,
7 June 2025
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Plants have evolved to hang away from the plant to give easier access to incoming bats.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2025
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The game-tying shot, Judge’s 26th homer of the year, cleared the National Car Rental sign that hangs above The Green Monster and easily escaped the confines of Fenway Park.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2025
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Since then, a series of shifts has reshaped the Middle East and weakened Iran and its proxies, the war in Gaza, Israel's decimation of the leadership of Hezbollah in Lebanon, the collapse of the Syrian regime, and now Israel's surprise attack.—
/ CBS News,
CBS News,
15 June 2025
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Should the economy unexpectedly weaken, larger and sooner cuts are possible.—
Simon Moore,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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Super close, straight down the barrel, and with two actors who can command the shot where others might wither.—
Daron James,
IndieWire,
27 May 2025
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Sam Reinhart made it 5-1 on a goal off a faceoff as Leafs hopes withered.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2025
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The different firmness levels ensure that the mattress will never sag, regardless of the sleeper’s body type.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
13 June 2025
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Revising the menu and starting to bake some pastries fresh in store is all a part of the CEO’s plan to expand into the wellness sector and reverse sagging sales.—
Morgan Severson,
CNN Money,
11 June 2025
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The three woman lived in the Moscow home with two female roommates who went physically unharmed in the attack, while Chapin was Kernodle’s boyfriend and stayed over for the night.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
13 June 2025
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With his chapter now complete with the Browns, Chubb will go down as one of the best running backs in team history.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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“Wilt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wilt. Accessed 23 Jun. 2025.
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