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wrung (out)

verb

Definition of wrung (out)next
past tense of wring (out)
as in dried

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  1. dried
  2. emptied
  3. parched
  4. seared
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  • The University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension similarly recommends harvesting when the seeds become light brown and the plant has dried, typically about two to three weeks after flowering.
    — Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 15 Sep. 2026
  • There’s no smoky cast to the Virginia Distillery’s whiskey, for unlike that of the famed makers on Scotland’s Islay island, its malted barley is not dried over peat fires.
    — Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2026
Definition of dried
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  • When the ball hit the turf, Rocchio flung his helmet in the air and Cleveland's dugout emptied onto the field to celebrate.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026
  • The Highland Park High School string quintet performed as the auditorium emptied.
    — Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of emptied
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  • The fragrance-free formula contains hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, which are the best lightweight, skin-brightening humectants for hydrating parched skin.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Despite its creamier texture, the moisturizer absorbs quickly—especially if your skin is parched—and doesn’t leave behind any residue.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of parched
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  • Sit outside on the patio overlooking the pool and enjoy the delicious Cal-Pacific cooking, like the bulgogi burger with umami fries, bibimbap bowl and seared salmon with shimeji mushrooms in a coconut-lemongrass broth.
    — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The tender pink flesh of salmon can be grilled, seared, baked, pan-fried, and broiled to make plenty of delicious salmon recipes, but for some, cooking fish at home can be daunting.
    — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of seared
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“Wrung (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wrung%20%28out%29. Accessed 23 Sep. 2026.

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