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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moisturizing
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For indoor growers, Karsch recommends moistening your seed starting mix well before filling trays or small pots and planting, then keeping it moist with a spray bottle or mister.—
Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 6 Apr. 2026
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Your nose is better at warming and moistening the cold, dry air than your mouth.— Susan Russell, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2025
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Run the bathroom fan during and after showering to keep moisture buildup to a minimum and help prevent bacteria and mold spore growth.— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
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The backdrop is a revolving spectacular set, such as cherry trees showering pink paper petals.— ABC News, ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
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Blot — don’t rub — and avoid over-wetting the mattress, which can lead to mold growth if moisture gets trapped inside.— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
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Water at the base of plants instead of wetting the entire garden with a sprinkler or hose.— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
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The discipline to keep watering something that hasn’t surfaced yet.— Jessica Billingsley, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2026
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It can be kept alive in a dormant state in drought situations simply by watering it every two to three weeks.— Special to The Denver Post, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2026
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Look for pooling water, misting spray heads or dry spots that suggest a blockage.— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
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Multi-setting showerheads, like most of those made today, have a wide array of choices to select from, ranging from powerful, massaging force to gentle rain and rinsing or even misting.— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
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Late last year, former President Jair Bolsonaro endorsed his son Flavio as the right’s candidate, damping investor expectations that Sao Paulo Governor Tarcisio de Freitas would gain broader backing.— Giovanna Bellotti Azevedo, Bloomberg, 7 Apr. 2026
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While your seed starting mix mustn't fully dry out, keeping it overly wet and soggy can lead to damping off and other issues that will kill your seedlings.— Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 6 Apr. 2026
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“Moisturizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/moisturizing. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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