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
The soil gets watered, then gradually dries before the next round.
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Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
Unlike many spray sunscreens that feel sticky or heavy, this one truly dries down fast and disappears into the skin.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2026
Roborock Robot Vacuum and Mop Deal The Roborock Qrevo is for the elite couch-rot enthusiasts, featuring 8,000Pa HyperForce suction and an all-in-one dock that empties the dust, refills the water, and even washes and dries the mopping pads.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 23 Apr. 2026
Along with regulating temperature, the fabric resists wrinkles, dries quickly after a wash, and has an easy, low‑maintenance feel.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
Ideally, the correct pot size provides room for roots to grow, and enough soil moisture to avoid twice-daily waterings, but still dries down adequately.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
As the scent dries down, fruity notes of pear and Merlot come together for an ever-so-slightly boozy note.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2026
The breathable, moisture-wicking fabric keeps you cool and dries quickly.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
Analysts have observed that Moscow has been building up reserves and its operations are expected to gain tempo as the spring warmth dries the terrain.
—ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
Unlike many spray sunscreens that feel sticky or heavy, this one truly dries down fast and disappears into the skin.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2026
Roborock Robot Vacuum and Mop Deal The Roborock Qrevo is for the elite couch-rot enthusiasts, featuring 8,000Pa HyperForce suction and an all-in-one dock that empties the dust, refills the water, and even washes and dries the mopping pads.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 23 Apr. 2026
Along with regulating temperature, the fabric resists wrinkles, dries quickly after a wash, and has an easy, low‑maintenance feel.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
Ideally, the correct pot size provides room for roots to grow, and enough soil moisture to avoid twice-daily waterings, but still dries down adequately.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
As the scent dries down, fruity notes of pear and Merlot come together for an ever-so-slightly boozy note.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2026
The breathable, moisture-wicking fabric keeps you cool and dries quickly.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
Analysts have observed that Moscow has been building up reserves and its operations are expected to gain tempo as the spring warmth dries the terrain.
—ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dries
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Tucson will also be at or near record temperatures through March 27 as the state’s unprecedented heat wave scorches on, the weather service said.—
Ray Stern,
AZCentral.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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As the world around them scorches under record heat, a family walks into the woods, asking what the future holds in this thermal dystopia.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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As his memory fades, Caroline must navigate the unimaginable.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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However, as the smell fades over time, so will its effectiveness in warding off mice.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Why Water Wins Flying dehydrates the body.—
Jill Robbins,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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Diatomaceous earth dehydrates and damages a roach’s exoskeleton.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Bargain-bin potting mix often drains poorly or contains few nutrients to begin with.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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On the other end, the cheapest bagged potting mix often drains too quickly or contains almost no nutrients to feed new roots.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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As the water evaporates, the artwork disappears, leaving a blank canvas ready for next time.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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Like water, alcohol evaporates and carries heat away from your body.—
Yunyao Li,
The Conversation,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Dries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dries. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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