as in to moisten
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Recent Examples of humidify
The system boasted heat and flame detectors, fire retardant, a 2,500-gallon sprinkler system to soak the property and humidify the air for an hour, and autonomy from the power grid.
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Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2025
Panting allows a dog to quickly take in a breath of air, humidify it and breathe it out.
—Joan Morris, The Mercury News, 9 Dec. 2024
This one can run for 32 hours on a full tank and will humidify a room of up to 300 square feet.
—Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024
Nasal passages also humidify the air, which is better for the respiratory system.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
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Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2025
Panting allows a dog to quickly take in a breath of air, humidify it and breathe it out.
—Joan Morris, The Mercury News, 9 Dec. 2024
This one can run for 32 hours on a full tank and will humidify a room of up to 300 square feet.
—Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024
Nasal passages also humidify the air, which is better for the respiratory system.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humidify
Verb
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Stir in the warm water until mixture is moistened.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Apr. 2025
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Each wipe comes well-moistened, and gently removed a full-face of product, from foundation to waterproof mascara.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
18 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Avène Thermal Spring Water Facial Spray $19 at Amazon The sensitive skin-friendly facial mist was formulated (and clinically proven to) soothe, calm, and hydrate the skin, according to the brand.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Kaolin Clay absorbs excess oil, squalane keeps skin hydrated, and hydrophobic silica smooths texture, blurs imperfections, and minimizes pores.—
Kate Donnelly,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Its gentle watery texture leaves the skin moisturized but not oily, and is great for those who need to rebuild their skin barrier.—
Rosa Jisoo Pyo,
Vogue,
14 Apr. 2025
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Plus, the bang-to-buck ratio is unmatched—each box contains 30 masks worth of moisturizing goodness.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Also look at community and home amenities with an eye toward coverings, fans, misting and water access.—
Jamie Gold,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Another whale appeared, misting the air with its breath.—
Chloe Berge,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Han recommends wetting a beauty sponge to add extra coverage to smaller areas of concern, including your hairline and around your nose.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
29 Mar. 2025
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Austin threatened McMahon with a toy gun, leading to a memorable moment at the expense of McMahon wetting himself.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Increase Air Circulation and Humidity Place a small fan near the seed starting area to keep the air moving and reduce damping off, a common fungal disease.—
Sheryl Geerts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2025
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According to the brand, apply to damp hair in a zig-zag motion, focusing on mid-lengths to ends.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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As with fava beans, be sure to water Phaseolus when the soil seems dry, taking care to avoid watering the leaves.—
Abigayle Ward,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2025
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After all, there was no sunshine to help with the drying process if the Trop’s infield was watered too heavily.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Police said the missing woman’s body was found wrapped in a sheet and shower curtain and stuffed inside a futon.—
Mike Stunson,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2025
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Then, they’re showered over or tossed with salad fixings…but that’s far from your only option.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Humidify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humidify. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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