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as in humid
containing or characterized by an uncomfortable amount of moisture
the damp air made 85 degrees feel like 105
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as in moist
slightly or moderately wet
marks can usually be removed with a damp cloth
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as in moisture
the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets
we bought a dehumidifier for the basement when the damp down there began causing mold to grow
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as in to drain
to deprive of emotional or intellectual vitality
refused to let the setbacks damp his drive for success
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as in to wet
to make or become slightly or moderately wet
damp the shirt slightly before ironing it
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as in to dull
to reduce or weaken in strength or feeling
nothing seemed to damp the unwelcome attentions of her suitor
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Recent Examples of damp
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
20 June 2026
Use a clean damp cloth to wipe down the surface to remove any soap or baking soda residue.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
9 June 2026
Some rooms were entirely flooded, and the walls bore clear signs of damp.
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Amer Matar,
The Dial,
26 May 2026
Jerry Perez,
The Drive,
24 June 2026
In those regions, expect to find them anywhere there's grass coverage, excessive brush and overgrowth, and damp conditions.
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Heather Bien,
The Spruce,
23 June 2026
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Adjective
Sprinkle a layer of baking soda onto a damp microfiber cloth and gently scrub the cabinet face.
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Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
20 June 2026
Use a clean damp cloth to wipe down the surface to remove any soap or baking soda residue.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
Noun
Fleas thrive in damp, shady areas, so think about removing piles of leaves or debris from your yard or garden.
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Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
9 June 2026
Some rooms were entirely flooded, and the walls bore clear signs of damp.
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Amer Matar,
The Dial,
26 May 2026
Verb
The car’s otherworldly handling begins there and is further enhanced by McLaren’s adaptive damping system on its double-wishbone independent suspension.
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Jerry Perez,
The Drive,
24 June 2026
In those regions, expect to find them anywhere there's grass coverage, excessive brush and overgrowth, and damp conditions.
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Heather Bien,
The Spruce,
23 June 2026
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When perspiration cannot evaporate in humid air, moisture clings to the skin and body temperature climbs rapidly, according to the Mayo Clinic.
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Winner goes to the Round of 16 (in a different, hopefully less humid city).
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This allows the yolks to cook through, yet remain creamy and moist.
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While dry conditions drive up temperatures dramatically, moist air keeps them a bit lower but makes the heat feel worse to humans.
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The rich blend of shea butter, murumuru butter, coconut oil, and vitamin C coats lips in lasting moisture overnight.
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Adding a fan, dehumidifier, a chemical desiccant like DampRid, or a moisture-absorbing plant to your laundry room can improve humidity levels and increase air circulation.
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Several environmental groups have also proposed removing or entirely bypassing the Glen Canyon Dam, draining what's left into Lake Mead, and implementing stricter water conservation measures.
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The president said that his administration would have to drain the pool and start over again as the new liner shed chunks of itself.
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The father, Marquise Anderson, said Joanna wet the bed on two occasions on a night in February at the house in the 1900 block of Daniel Street.
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Considerations Before Getting Started Before cleaning your sidewalks, gather some basic safety equipment such as gloves and eye protection, and protect plants and grass bordering your sidewalk from bleach and cleaners by wetting them down and covering them with plastic sheeting or old towels.
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That doesn’t do anything to dull the impact of Haaland’s collection, though.
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Ampere’s research appeared to suggest that the influx of romance book adaptations and romance drama in general has dulled the appetite for reality shows about love.
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Pop-up afternoon and evening thunderstorms are possible each day due to the heat and humidity.
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Dew points will eclipse the 70-degree threshold as humidity climbs.
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Context that undermines sensational allegations is minimized.
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Allies include Brin’s Building a Better California, which is bankrolling two counter-measures aimed at undermining the billionaire tax.
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“Damp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/damp. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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