1
as in scorching
to make dry
the wind quickly dried their clothes
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2
as in fading
to lose liveliness, force, or freshness
his creative talents were just drying on the vine in that small, provincial town
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Recent Examples of drying
Ensure the stain is fully gone before drying—once heat sets it in, removal becomes significantly harder.
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Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
1 July 2026
Keep a handful near your washing machine or drying rack for blouses, dresses, workout wear, or delicate pieces that should skip the dryer.
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Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 July 2026
The researchers’ method, detailed in the journal Chemical Engineering, completely eliminates the drying process, turning moisture to an advantage.
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New Atlas,
1 July 2026
The Cozy Earth Classic Stripe Resort Towels are lightweight, plush, and quick-drying.
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Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Ceiling hooks for fishing rods, cargo door for two bikes, spray hose for cleaning gear and heated locker for drying it.
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Kris Millgate,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
Still, while the fabric is definitely strong enough to withstand some wear-and-tear, the brand recommends not machine washing or drying it.
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Alison Syrett Cleary,
InStyle,
30 June 2026
On the other hand, high heat and over-drying can be similarly destructive.
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Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
30 June 2026
The assessment also confirmed a 100 percent reduction in water usage for the crops, a critical metric for water-stressed growing regions such as the Texas High Plains, which sits above the rapidly drying Ogallala Aquifer.
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Jennifer Bringle,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
1 July 2026
Keep a handful near your washing machine or drying rack for blouses, dresses, workout wear, or delicate pieces that should skip the dryer.
—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 July 2026
The researchers’ method, detailed in the journal Chemical Engineering, completely eliminates the drying process, turning moisture to an advantage.
—
New Atlas,
1 July 2026
The Cozy Earth Classic Stripe Resort Towels are lightweight, plush, and quick-drying.
—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Ceiling hooks for fishing rods, cargo door for two bikes, spray hose for cleaning gear and heated locker for drying it.
—
Kris Millgate,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
Still, while the fabric is definitely strong enough to withstand some wear-and-tear, the brand recommends not machine washing or drying it.
—
Alison Syrett Cleary,
InStyle,
30 June 2026
On the other hand, high heat and over-drying can be similarly destructive.
—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
30 June 2026
The assessment also confirmed a 100 percent reduction in water usage for the crops, a critical metric for water-stressed growing regions such as the Texas High Plains, which sits above the rapidly drying Ogallala Aquifer.
—
Jennifer Bringle,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drying
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Since Dylan’s death in 2011, hundreds more children in the UK have drowned seeking relief from scorching temperatures in rivers, lakes, reservoirs and quarries.
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The rest of the week will be scorching hot with highs reaching the upper 90s and 100s.
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Their self-cleaning nature means blooms drop naturally after fading, eliminating tedious deadheading.
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Halsey and her fans’ outrage over an old album review is showing no signs of fading.
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Alegria also sees wild rice production growing using the traditional Indigenous methods of drying, parching, dancing and winnowing at rice camps in northern Wisconsin.
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Wind is a familiar thing, a thing whose very existence brings a kind of reassurance—yearned-for when absent, delighting when gentle, accursed when either biting cold or parching hot, feared when violent.
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The truth was that all of it was, and is, simply withering away.
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Among the other Paris attractions to close amid the withering heat are Notre-Dame de Paris, which closed its towers earlier this week, and the Palais de Tokyo, which has shuttered its exhibitions entirely from June 22 through June 27.
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Removing the sprouts, which draw away moisture, helps to prevent the potatoes from quickly dehydrating.
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Low-fiber, constipating diets are rich in highly processed or fast foods and dehydrating beverages like excessive alcohol.
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While wearing the glasses, a wearer can ask questions about topics in one's surroundings, like asking for more information about a landmark on vacation, identifying care instructions for a wilting plant or discovering a full recipe for a dish at a favorite restaurant.
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Intended as a celebration of the progress embodied by the nation's first Black leader, its Juneteenth unveiling comes at a time when his agenda - and broader diversity initiatives - are wilting from a decade of concerted attack.
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Young people didn’t think these types of jobs paid enough money and felt the roles were often more emotionally draining than others.
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Both handhelds sipped power during Balatro, draining the battery at around 14W and 9W, respectively.
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Another advantage of long and narrow leaves is their ability to withstand heavy rainfall and battering or desiccating winds.
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“Drying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drying. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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