moisture
noun
mois·ture
ˈmȯis-chər 
ˈmȯish-
: liquid diffused or condensed in relatively small quantity
Examples of moisture in a Sentence
These flowers grow best with moisture and shade.
Wool socks will pull moisture away from your skin.
The leaves absorb moisture from the air.
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According to the Candor Pest Control website, insects are attracted by food, moisture and nesting locations.
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april 8, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2026
The Tianjin tower is recognizable for its softly curving glass walls that reduce exposure to wind, sun, and moisture.
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Stainless steel can corrode; however, when exposed to extreme conditions, such as heat or moisture, for long stretches of time.
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Letting the soil dry out some between waterings keeps the roots from rotting in excess moisture.
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Hali Smith
april 8, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2026
The Tianjin tower is recognizable for its softly curving glass walls that reduce exposure to wind, sun, and moisture.
—Nathalie Nietzsche-Knappe, Architectural Digest, 7 Apr. 2026
Stainless steel can corrode; however, when exposed to extreme conditions, such as heat or moisture, for long stretches of time.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
Letting the soil dry out some between waterings keeps the roots from rotting in excess moisture.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for moisture
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“Moisture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisture. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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moisture
noun
mois·ture
ˈmȯish-chər
ˈmȯis-
: a small amount of liquid that causes moistness : dampness
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