as in moisture
the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets
the dampness in the air made a mess of my new hairstyle
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Recent Examples of dampness
That extra dampness makes a difference — waiting until skin is completely dry means missing out on that moisture-sealing benefit.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Cloudy skies will be the rule, along with a general dampness to the air and ground.
—Bill Kelly, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Although the heat has everyone dealing with some degree of dampness, sweating is often a source of violent embarrassment for you.
—Addie Citchens, New Yorker, 8 Mar. 2026
Mold loves moisture, so removing lingering dampness helps prevent regrowth.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
The burial ground and temple were unearthed when someone tried to build a drainage channel for a modern house; to prevent the dampness of visitors’ breath from damaging the extraordinary artworks daubed on the walls, entry is limited to 80 people per day.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 25 Feb. 2026
The dampness of the cloth is key — a dry cloth or feather duster can simply scatter dust particles into the air, while a moist microfiber cloth traps and holds them.
—Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
The tip of his tongue was grazing her ear now, teasing it with dampness.
—Literary Hub, 9 Feb. 2026
Finally, pay attention to warning signs like musty odors, condensation, or dampness on nearby walls and floors.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Cloudy skies will be the rule, along with a general dampness to the air and ground.
—Bill Kelly, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Although the heat has everyone dealing with some degree of dampness, sweating is often a source of violent embarrassment for you.
—Addie Citchens, New Yorker, 8 Mar. 2026
Mold loves moisture, so removing lingering dampness helps prevent regrowth.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
The burial ground and temple were unearthed when someone tried to build a drainage channel for a modern house; to prevent the dampness of visitors’ breath from damaging the extraordinary artworks daubed on the walls, entry is limited to 80 people per day.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 25 Feb. 2026
The dampness of the cloth is key — a dry cloth or feather duster can simply scatter dust particles into the air, while a moist microfiber cloth traps and holds them.
—Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
The tip of his tongue was grazing her ear now, teasing it with dampness.
—Literary Hub, 9 Feb. 2026
Finally, pay attention to warning signs like musty odors, condensation, or dampness on nearby walls and floors.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dampness
Noun
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Creamy, hydrating cleansers maintain the moisture barrier while still removing dirt and makeup effectively.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
27 Apr. 2026
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This ultra-cropped pair from Beyond Yoga is incredibly soft since they’re made from a stretchy and moisture-wicking fabric that even provides UV protection against the harsh sun.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Dozens of wildfires keep burning in Georgia and Florida, with weekend breezes and low humidity expected to extend dangerous conditions.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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Fire officials said significant vegetation growth across the region, rising temperatures, low humidity and seasonal winds prompted the suspension.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Dampness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dampness. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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