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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slushing
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People try to cool down by standing in front of a mister spraying cool water during a heat wave in Rome near the Colosseum on June 26, 2026.
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Sprinklers started spraying on the field just before the game got underway again and some players deliberately dosed themselves, a solid strategy considering the conditions.
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In the season-two premiere’s final moments, the group’s s’mores-making endeavor descends into gooey chaos, with everyone burning and slopping and dripping marshmallow, chocolate, and peanut butter everywhere.
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Most aquatic animals swim but some also walk (crabs), jump (like a squirting scallop), and crawl (starfish, sea cucumbers).
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This type dispenses altogether with nest-building and partnering and simply darts around squirting.
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For rust or grease stains, try sprinkling baking soda directly on the spot, then scrubbing with a vinegar and water solution.
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During Tuesday’s practice, which was the first of three on-field sessions this week, the Dolphins opened up the play-action game during the first 11-on-11 period by sprinkling in some running plays.
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Reduce watering frequency, and let the top few inches of soil dry out before watering again.
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Police patrolled the city, citing those who insisted on washing their cars or watering their yards.
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“Slushing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slushing. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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