mist 1 of 2

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as in rainfall
a light or fine rain a mist was falling on the streets as we drove home

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as in fog
an atmospheric condition in which suspended particles in the air rob it of its transparency a heavy mist obscured our view of the city from the observatory

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verb

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Recent Examples of mist
Noun
But what really makes this mist a game-changer is its alcohol-free formula. Jordyn Brown, Essence, 1 Apr. 2025 Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater $8 at Amazon The Mario Badescu Facial Spray is a refreshing face mist that works for all skin types. Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
Like a spa day for high-end fabric, the pieces are brushed, steamed and misted back to life. Violet Goldstone, WWD, 7 Mar. 2025 Or mist the rug with a cleaning solution (sometimes solvent-based), work it in with a soft brush or pad, then rub it off with a towel (the homeowner option) or a buffer fitted with a bonnet (the pro version). The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mist
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mist
Noun
  • Some tracks use birdsong or rainfall as a gentle backdrop; others highlight environmental crises with soundscapes of forest fires – an issue that came to light this January in Los Angeles with the wildfires, for example.
    Esha Chhabra, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
  • Northern Mexico has received only one-third of its average rainfall this year, Larson said, which contributes to the dry environment ideal for dust storms.
    Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The Morning Fog Effect: Coastal Chilean Wine Perhaps the most visible manifestation of the Humboldt's influence is the morning fog.
    Jill Barth, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
  • On Thursday at 11:09 p.m. a dense fog advisory was issued by the NWS San Diego CA valid for Friday between 2 a.m. and 9 a.m. for Orange County Coastal.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The recipient's name was obscured, and it was noted that the migrant refused to sign it on Friday.
    Andrew Chung, Luc Cohen, Kristina Cooke, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2025
  • But the short-term bump in the stock price obscures a much more complicated picture.
    Justin Worland, Time, 18 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Usually, gender reveal events occur separately from baby showers and baby sprinkles, begging the question of how much is too much to ask of guests in terms of time, travel, and gifts?
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
  • If you’re feel like trying it at home, use a small art brush to create those delicious sprinkles.
    Tori Crowther, Allure, 11 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • When a massive storm knocked out power and sent the world outside into a flickering haze of uncertainty — no streetlights, no signal, no safety net — James was there.
    Nina E. Cerfolio, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2025
  • Duhamel walks us through Staten's rash actions, still driven by being lost in a haze of grief, including a punch that will have serious repercussions for Staten going forward.
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Here, the border of the gayborhood blurs with the gay beach.
    JD Shadel, Them., 21 Apr. 2025
  • The extensive use of glass enhances visibility while blurring the boundaries between the interior and exterior, making every journey feel seamless and connected to the surroundings.
    The Editors, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • And because the dough is rolled into a log before chilling, there’s no need for cookie cutters—just slice, bake, and drizzle.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
  • From the High Moon Pool Bar’s all-day menu, don’t miss the maitake mushroom pizza finished in a truffle oil drizzle, the tasty carne asada street tacos and a chocolate chip cookie sundae.
    Leslie Kelly, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Pregame The clouds are rolling into Fayetteville as Arkansas and Texas A&M players go through warmups.
    Matt Jones, Arkansas Online, 18 Apr. 2025
  • Then, the dust cloud will reappear in the night sky toward the end of April.
    Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 18 Apr. 2025

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“Mist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mist. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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