as in saturated
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
waterlogged soil that caused the roots of the potted plant to rot
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as in wet
to make wet
the wood was too waterlogged by the downpour to be used for a fire
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Recent Examples of waterlogged
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
16 Jan. 2026
For those forced to survive in flimsy, waterlogged tents, the strong winds risk blowing away Palestinian’s shelter altogether.
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Caitlin Danaher,
CNN Money,
28 Dec. 2025
Black spots or a bad smell could also indicate that the plant is becoming waterlogged or even suffering from root rot.
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Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
3 Dec. 2025
For less waterlogged days—and for the journey down to Peru—my instant-classic leather M. Gemi flats are a shoe-in.
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Jessica Sulima,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
These plants thrive in nutrient-poor, waterlogged soils.
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Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
16 Jan. 2026
For those forced to survive in flimsy, waterlogged tents, the strong winds risk blowing away Palestinian’s shelter altogether.
—
Caitlin Danaher,
CNN Money,
28 Dec. 2025
Black spots or a bad smell could also indicate that the plant is becoming waterlogged or even suffering from root rot.
—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
3 Dec. 2025
For less waterlogged days—and for the journey down to Peru—my instant-classic leather M. Gemi flats are a shoe-in.
—
Jessica Sulima,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waterlogged
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System1's Spike Rating, an industry measure of emotional intensity paired with speed of brand recognition, credits the film among the top 15% of effective ads in Brazil, inside one of the country's most saturated ad categories.
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Both butter and margarine have a combination of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.
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The father, Marquise Anderson, said Joanna wet the bed on two occasions on a night in February at the house in the 1900 block of Daniel Street.
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Considerations Before Getting Started Before cleaning your sidewalks, gather some basic safety equipment such as gloves and eye protection, and protect plants and grass bordering your sidewalk from bleach and cleaners by wetting them down and covering them with plastic sheeting or old towels.
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The piece featured a plunging neckline, dripping pearls, and tiny purple ribbons throughout.
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The equivalent of promising your family a weekend away at an all-inclusive resort, and instead ending up at a dirty road-side motel with creaky beds and dripping faucets.
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In the Stockyards, more than 5,000 head of livestock had drowned.
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Anne Arundel County fire officials are urging families to review pool safety after two young children drowned in separate residential pools last weekend.
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When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.
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In Hardin County, a juvenile died after a car overturned in a flooded creek, WAVE 3 News reported.
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Thousands of dead Cassin's auklets washed onto beaches across the Pacific Northwest during the same period, another indication that warming ocean conditions had rippled through the ecosystem.
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These alternatives may also be a better solution for some items that can't be washed with liquid fabric softener.
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Pre-soaked toner pads are infused with active ingredients to help smooth skin and enhance hydration, while the anti-aging moisturizer combines NAD+ and hyaluronic acid for a firmer, more radiant look.
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In rainy weather, move orchids to a covered spot, so roots don’t stay soaked.
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Despite a soggy start, the crowd stayed loud and energetic throughout the night.
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Make sure to empty any excess water that drains into the saucer to keep the roots from getting soggy.
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“Waterlogged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waterlogged. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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