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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humidify
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Before eating the mochi, drink tea or soup to moisten your throat.—
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Water the soil until evenly moistened, then cover pots with plastic to retain moisture until the seeds germinate.—
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Ingredients like jojoba oil, which closely mimics the scalp’s natural sebum, as well as argan oil, sunflower seed oil, and rosemary, can help hydrate while supporting healthy blood circulation.—
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The formula includes hyaluronic acid and aloe vera to hydrate, and soothe redness and flaking.—
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It’s made with nourishing and hydrating ingredients including a seven-hyaluronic-acid blend to really moisturize skin, Brazilian nut oil with nourishing vitamin E components, and Brazilian sugarcane to boost hydration on the skin’s surface.—
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It’s formulated with ingredients to hydrate and moisturize skin while creating a smooth base layer that helps makeup last all day.—
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The backyard misting system that’s a refreshing antidote to the desert heat, for starters.—
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Grouping your houseplants, placing a container filled with water nearby, and occasionally misting the leaves with a fine sprayer can also increase the humidity around the plant, Vasylchyshyna adds.—
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Now add a blob of water, wetting some of the sand.—
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For suede boots, wet the entire surface with the vinegar and water solution to help keep the color even.—
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The mother plant can go back into its original container with fresh, damp soil.—
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The showers created an unusual backdrop for some residents, adding overcast skies and damp roads to the festive season.—
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There are no alerts or advisories for boaters across the Atlantic or Florida Keys waters.—
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Tips for Best Christmas Cactus Care Adjust light, temperature, and watering for blooming/rest periods and spring/summer growth.—
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They are offered a meal and the chance to shower, according to Mexican officials.—
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The interior includes a forward cabin, private head and shower, and mid-cabin area that can be converted to a berth for guests.—
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“Humidify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humidify. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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