wring (out)

verb

Definition of wring (out)next
as in to dry

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  1. dry
  2. empty
  3. dehydrate
  4. sear
Verb
  • Cutting boards and drying racks vary by brand, so check what comes in the box and what fits later.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Product marketing plays up the same idea, pitching double-bowl designs such as the 33-inch Ruvati workstation for multitaskers who want one spot for washing veggies and drying dishes.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of dry
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  • According to the complaint, the incident occurred in December 2020 when Maria went to the home’s backyard to empty a vacuum.
    — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026
  • The machine can continue spewing currency until it is emptied or the operation is interrupted, according to Treasury.
    — Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of empty
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  • This is part of the natural aging process, and the visible signs of aging include looser texture, dry skin, and in some people oily skin that still feels dehydrated.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Antihistamines have a general dehydrating effect that also reduces tear production.
    — Nancy LeBrun, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of dehydrate
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  • At Jimmy’s, the new supperclub in Lodi, chef Adam Darville sears a piece of Ora King salmon on the flat top, leaving the center rare.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Restaurant Au Goût du Large serves up fresh seafood like seared scallops, mussels, and the classic fish and chips.
    — Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of sear
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“Wring (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wring%20%28out%29. Accessed 7 Oct. 2026.

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