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Recent Examples of rewet
Thatch does not rewet easily once dry, and once wet stays wet, providing excellent conditions for disease.
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Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2023
Sure the concept of dry shampoo isn't new, but waterless or low-water options can provide the same level of deep clean as a liquid formula — without having to rewet your entire head.
—Nykia Spradley, Allure, 19 Aug. 2021
When the researchers rewet the paper, the battery produced 0.5 volt for more than an hour.
—Anna Blaustein, Scientific American, 29 July 2022
Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2023
Sure the concept of dry shampoo isn't new, but waterless or low-water options can provide the same level of deep clean as a liquid formula — without having to rewet your entire head.
—Nykia Spradley, Allure, 19 Aug. 2021
When the researchers rewet the paper, the battery produced 0.5 volt for more than an hour.
—Anna Blaustein, Scientific American, 29 July 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewet
Verb
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If stung, experts recommend rinsing the area with seawater (not fresh water), removing any tentacles with a gloved hand or tweezers, and seeking medical attention if symptoms worsen.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
30 July 2025
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After rinsing your rag, wipe in the opposite direction.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
Verb
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Stay hydrated: Drink extra water to replenish and rehydrate your body.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
19 July 2025
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Plants benefit from soaking their roots in water for a few hours to rehydrate them before planting.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
20 June 2025
Verb
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An age-old guideline is to irrigate out to the tips of the branches.—
Paul Cappiello,
The Courier-Journal,
2 Aug. 2025
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If heavy reservoir reliance continues in Southern Idaho, farmers who irrigate may soon run into water shortages, Hoekema said.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
12 July 2025
Verb
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The nest must be fully saturated for all wasps to be killed.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
19 July 2025
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Nutrition Facts Calories: 222 Protein: 2.22 grams (g) Fat: 22.22 g Carbohydrate: 3.33 g Sugars: 2.22 g Fatty acids (saturated): 21.11 g Sodium: 17 milligrams (mg) Potassium: 278 mg Coconut milk and coconut cream are similar but not the same.—
Julie Marks,
Verywell Health,
18 July 2025
Verb
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The department also works closely with the city’s water service contractors to ensure all fire hydrants throughout the city are properly maintained and flushed annually, with records of each test to support water supply readiness.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 July 2025
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After clearing the clog, run a dishwasher cycle without any dishes or detergent to clean the interior and flush out the drain.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 July 2025
Verb
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McCamey is accused of following the girls around the park and dunking them in the pool, police told the station.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
24 July 2025
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Timberlake showed his athleticism Thursday evening by catching a lob from former KU guard Zeke Mayo and dunking in the third quarter.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
18 July 2025
Verb
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The ambient, muffled sound of sloshing water is set against a shot of the bottom of a pool.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2025
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That night, Greta arrives home late and sloshed, unwilling to hear Fred’s apologies or even to discuss staying put.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
8 May 2025
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Such ties lave little resemblance to alliances such as NATO, where participation is voluntary and leaders are democratically elected.—
Loren Thompson,
Forbes,
26 Apr. 2022
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The running game had been ineffective through long stretches of the night, laving Cal with a rather lifeless attack.—
Bruce Jenkins,
SFChronicle.com,
27 Sep. 2019
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“Rewet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewet. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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