wringing (out)

present participle of wring (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for wringing (out)
Verb
  • Dryer balls can shorten drying time, reducing the amount of shrinkage.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Curing or drying potatoes thickens their skins, allows minor cuts and abrasions to heal, and makes spuds less likely to rot or shrivel in storage.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • When searing the steak, don’t overcrowd the pan.
    Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 9 Oct. 2025
  • But in Benny Safdie’s searing new drama, Johnson trades in his superhero swagger for emotional fragility, physical vulnerability and unflinching truth.
    Clayton Davis, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Some ovens have a dehydrating setting, so consult the user manual for specific instructions.
    Cody Godwin, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Live ants carry the risk of parasites, while freezing or dehydrating the insects can unintentionally allow harmful bacteria to flourish.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Those moves included everything from emptying competitors' canteens to searching for idols without receiving a clue first.
    Emy LaCroix, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
  • That frenetic screech of packing tape echoing in your emptying home may send your blood pressure soaring.
    USA TODAY, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
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“Wringing (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wringing%20%28out%29. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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