dries

verb

present tense third-person singular of dry
1
as in scorches
to make dry the wind quickly dried their clothes

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2
as in fades
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 dries Meanwhile, as the scent dries down, gentle fruity notes of apricot and peach emerge alongside white musk. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 21 July 2026 Airflow heats the barrel, and dries the hair while curling it in a process that uses 40 percent less energy than hair-dryer and brush methods. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 9 July 2026 Notably, like my favorite Make Beauty skin tint, the concealer is super moisturizing, and dries down to look like an extension of my skin rather than settling into fine lines with a papery, flaky finish. — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 1 July 2026 It’s made especially for hot days with sweat-wicking technology that dries quickly. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 28 June 2026 Water marks form from hard water deposits and soap scum, which build up when water dries on glass. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 27 June 2026 With special Japanese cooling technology, the blanket absorbs body heat and quickly dries sweat so you’re not left sleeping in a puddle. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 June 2026 The high-pressure mop is automatically refilled with water at the docking station, and cleans itself with hot water (131 degrees F), then dries itself with 145-degree hot air. — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026 Our Top Sunscreens Under Makeup But a few strategic steps can prevent that from happening, like using a lightweight moisturizer and wearing a makeup-friendly SPF that absorbs quickly, dries down smoothly, and doesn’t leave behind a slick or tacky finish. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dries
  1. scorches
  2. fades
  3. dehydrates
  4. wilts
  5. drains
  6. evaporates
Verb
  • France followed its hottest-ever day with yet more brutal temperatures as a deadly heat wave scorches much of western Europe.
    — Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 24 June 2026
  • Protection from the sun is key for this plant because bright sun scorches its leaves.
    — Lauren David, Southern Living, 4 June 2026
Definition of scorches
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  • But our excitement fades as Nolan’s camera captures the men raping women, looting houses and reveling in the violence.
    — Brent Lang, Variety, 21 July 2026
  • Whether a circadian score becomes the next sleep score or fades as another wellness metric depends on how well the data actually changes behavior.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026
Definition of fades
Verb
  • Despite the belief that coffee dehydrates you, experts say moderate coffee consumption can contribute to your daily water intake.
    — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 20 July 2026
  • Alcohol worsens sleep quality and dehydrates the body, while caffeine has a diuretic effect that encourages fluid loss and can raise body temperature.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of dehydrates
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  • When to Harvest Spinach Harvest spinach early in the morning when temperatures are cool and before the sun wilts the leaves, says gardening instructor Meg Austin.
    — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 7 July 2026
Definition of wilts
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  • But pushing through outdoor events in 90+-degree weather drains cognitive reserves rather than replenishing them.
    — Nicole F. Roberts, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Nutrient leaching when water drains out of containers and baskets adds to the problem.
    — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026
Definition of drains
Verb
  • This could be a daily task when the weather is hot, especially when your spillers are in a small container or a coconut husk hanging flower basket, as the moisture evaporates more quickly.
    — Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 22 July 2026
  • Unglazed terracotta pots require frequent watering because moisture evaporates through the clay.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 July 2026
Definition of evaporates

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