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Recent Examples of humidify
Panting allows a dog to quickly take in a breath of air, humidify it and breathe it out.
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Joan Morris, The Mercury News, 9 Dec. 2024
This one can run for 32 hours on a full tank and will humidify a room of up to 300 square feet.
—Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024
Nasal passages also humidify the air, which is better for the respiratory system.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
Once the oxygen-air mixture is ready, it is humidified and slightly heated to maximize patient comfort.
—IEEE Spectrum, 24 June 2020
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Joan Morris, The Mercury News, 9 Dec. 2024
This one can run for 32 hours on a full tank and will humidify a room of up to 300 square feet.
—Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024
Nasal passages also humidify the air, which is better for the respiratory system.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
Once the oxygen-air mixture is ready, it is humidified and slightly heated to maximize patient comfort.
—IEEE Spectrum, 24 June 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humidify
Verb
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For this, Langelo recommends moistening the soil to make the weeds easier to pull.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
26 Apr. 2026
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Each watering session should deliver about 1/2 inch of water, moistening the soil to a depth of about 6 inches to support healthy root development.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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Plus, avocado oil provides heat protection up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, while a blend of sunflower oil, hemisqualane, and squalane hydrate the hair for a healthy gleam.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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The overnight hand treatment includes pure retinol to help reduce rough texture, colloidal oatmeal to soothe irritation, and panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) to hydrate and support the skin barrier.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Drawing from his own experiences and a desire for clean, effective products, the line is formulated to brighten, protect and moisturize the skin.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
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The artist said people should wear sunscreen daily and moisturize their skin regularly to maintain the appearance of their tattoos.—
Panashe Matemba-Mutasa,
Mercury News,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Other than misting, there's the soil and post considerations.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
1 May 2026
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While misting only raises humidity levels for a few minutes, some plants like ferns, monsteras, and orchids actually prefer being misted.—
Asia London Palomba,
The Spruce,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Sprinkle an inch or two on top of the soil, then wet it with a hose to prevent the paper from blowing around.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2026
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Blot — don’t rub — and avoid over-wetting the mattress, which can lead to mold growth if moisture gets trapped inside.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Wet grass or damp sand conducts the Earth’s charge better than dry surfaces, so a morning walk on a dewy lawn or a stroll along the waterline both work particularly well.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2026
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Regardless of material, avoid soaking utensils for extended periods and store them somewhere with good airflow rather than sealed in a drawer while still damp.—
Jamie Thilman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The soil gets watered, then gradually dries before the next round.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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Continue watering regularly for at least two years.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There is the slight chance of a sprinkle or light shower well north & west of Baltimore City, closer toward the PA/MD border.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Humidify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humidify. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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