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as in to droop
to be limp from lack of water or vigor
the plants wilted after I forgot to water them for three whole days
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as in to fade
to lose bodily strength or vigor
she had wilted a bit after walking around the hot and humid city
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as in to dry
to lose liveliness, force, or freshness
after six solid hours of painting, his energy was starting to wilt
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Recent Examples of wilt
Cook for 5 minutes, add spinach, and cook until wilted.
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Morgan Fargo,
Vogue,
23 June 2026
While wearing the glasses, a wearer can ask questions about topics in one's surroundings, like asking for more information about a landmark on vacation, identifying care instructions for a wilting plant or discovering a full recipe for a dish at a favorite restaurant.
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Greta Cross,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Choose only the brightest, greenest leaves over anything that is wilted or brown.
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Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
22 June 2026
Intended as a celebration of the progress embodied by the nation's first Black leader, its Juneteenth unveiling comes at a time when his agenda - and broader diversity initiatives - are wilting from a decade of concerted attack.
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Cbs Chicago Team,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Morgan Fargo,
Vogue,
23 June 2026
While wearing the glasses, a wearer can ask questions about topics in one's surroundings, like asking for more information about a landmark on vacation, identifying care instructions for a wilting plant or discovering a full recipe for a dish at a favorite restaurant.
—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Choose only the brightest, greenest leaves over anything that is wilted or brown.
—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
22 June 2026
Intended as a celebration of the progress embodied by the nation's first Black leader, its Juneteenth unveiling comes at a time when his agenda - and broader diversity initiatives - are wilting from a decade of concerted attack.
—
Cbs Chicago Team,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wilt
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Look for wilting, drooping, discolored, or diseased leaves regularly to keep up the plant’s appearance.
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North says to keep the soil moist and watch for drooping leaves, which indicate your tree needs a drink.
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But rental business owners like Zhao observed that the rental prices have begun to slide as novelty surrounding these stunt-performing androids fades.
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The combination of hyaluronic and azelaic acid does wonders to fade dark spots, soothe redness, and deeply hydrate.
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Before choosing a whitening method, check the care label for guidance on water temperature, safe cleaning agents, and recommended drying methods.
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Keep a handful near your washing machine or drying rack for blouses, dresses, workout wear, or delicate pieces that should skip the dryer.
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This doesn't see three Li-ion battery packs all connected at once for long-range riding, but rather provides a downtube pack plus two spares in a cage hanging from the rear rack.
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For care, the brand recommends washing the set on a gentle cycle with cold water, then hanging it or laying it flat to air-dry.
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Vcg | Visual China Group | Getty Images BEIJING — China’s consumer spending slowdown persisted in June, with growth during one of the country’s largest online shopping festivals weakening sharply from a year earlier.
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All three of those protagonists have been weakened in their roles by what has gone on.
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While terracotta pots and baskets lined with coconut coir have their uses, these types of containers dry out much faster and will need careful management to ensure plants don't wither away.
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The truth was that all of it was, and is, simply withering away.
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An InStyle writer recommends the RoC Derm Correxion Retinol Firming Serum Stick for her grandma’s sagging turkey neck.
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Firm up crepey or sagging skin on your face, neck, and décolleté with this popular No7 retinol serum.
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Knowing Brady and Sullivan have gone after so many years of us trying to get them out is great, but Daniel Kretinsky needs to put actions into words to keep our trust.
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Critics say the bill doesn’t go far enough.
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“Wilt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wilt. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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