as in to evaporate
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Verb
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As the water evaporates, users experience a cooling effect of up to 30 degrees.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
23 May 2025 -
When his family is forced into witness protection, young Curtis’ dreams of a cello career evaporate, forcing him to channel his creativity into a new endeavor.—
Monitor staff,
Christian Science Monitor,
22 May 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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The whisky presents rich sherry cask aromas on the nose, featuring stewed and dried fruits, chocolate, and toasted nuts.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Continue the drying cycle, and check every 30 minutes or so until the duvet is dry.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
Verb
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She was dehydrated, but was otherwise in good condition.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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First responders examined Slaton and found she was dehydrated, but appeared to be in good condition.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2025
Verb
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Avoid hot, exposed sites which will cause foliage to desiccate.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2025
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Not only that, but decades of persistent drought and warming temperatures have desiccated reservoirs along the Rio Grande and its tributary, the Chama River.—
Laura Paskus,
The Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Freeze-dry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freeze-dry. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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