as in to evaporate
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Recent Examples of drip-dry
Let the plants drip-dry before returning them to their regular spots.
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Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2024
Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drip-dry
Verb
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Third, competition evaporates in the face of elections that are largely foregone conclusions.—
Jim Nowlan,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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Notably, corporate support for the gala has evaporated.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The Emory oaks that had been drying out as Resolution dewaters the underground shafts were reviving, their leaves fleshing out and appearing healthier as water seeped into the ground.—
The Arizona Republic,
The Arizona Republic,
29 Feb. 2024
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That process, meant to dewater the mining zone so workers and equipment can enter the mountain, worries Patagonia residents like Carolyn Shafer.—
Brandon Loomis,
The Arizona Republic,
8 Sep. 2023
Verb
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That final act also sets the scene for an emotional catharsis of sorts that attempts to wring tears out of the audience, with an aggressive assist from Alan Silvestri’s hard-working score.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
7 Mar. 2025
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Another activist, Robby Starbuck, wrung concessions from corporations like Walmart and Target through pressure campaigns on social media.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA TODAY,
5 Mar. 2025
Verb
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There’s always an element of chemistry to consider; tannins, which are compounds in wine present in grape seeds, grape skins, and oak barrels, offer a drying or astringent quality on the tongue and gums.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
7 Mar. 2025
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The budge-proof formula sets quickly, so get blending straight away to ensure the formula dries down to your liking.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Drip-dry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drip-dry. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.
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