as in to wet
to make wet
watered the plants
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Recent Examples of water
Failla recommends watering your plants when the top inch of soil is dry.
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Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 7 Jan. 2026
Water deeply to ensure the soil is soaked through, and aim to water as the soil dries, avoiding sticking to a strict schedule.
—Derek Carwood, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
Some of these contraptions even come with a phone app that reminds you when to water your seedlings.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 12 Dec. 2025
Texas is currently in a drought, with some farmers unable to sufficiently water their crops or livestock.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 9 Dec. 2025
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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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In June 2001, Andrea drowned all five of the Yates children before calling 911 and later confessing.—
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Like the leaves, the roots need oxygen so too much water around them will effectively drown them.—
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Re-wash and dry the garment, using these tips to avoid re-shrinking, to prevent a residue from the conditioner from setting.—
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Add a small amount of a gentle liquid detergent recommended for hand-washing delicate items, such as Woolite, and swish to disperse through the water.—
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The space, a former artist’s studio turned residence, opens directly onto the street and is crowned by a transom window that floods the interior with natural light.—
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Fans have since flooded the comment section of the December video, with many pointing out that, in retrospect, Sarah cooking for herself was a subtle hint at the pair's divorce.—
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“Water.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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