as in to moisturize
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Recent Examples of hydrate
The trick is to hydrate earlier in the day and cut fluids at least an hour before bed, to make sure you’re not woken up by multiple trips to the bathroom.
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Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2026
Let the salad sit in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours before serving to slightly hydrate the noodles and serve chilled.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Face mists are formulated to hydrate and balance the skin, often using nourishing ingredients such as niacinamide, aloe vera, and witch hazel.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Amid hot temperatures, forecasters said to hydrate, limit time outdoors, rest in the shade and never leave children or pets in the car.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
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Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2026
Let the salad sit in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours before serving to slightly hydrate the noodles and serve chilled.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Face mists are formulated to hydrate and balance the skin, often using nourishing ingredients such as niacinamide, aloe vera, and witch hazel.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Amid hot temperatures, forecasters said to hydrate, limit time outdoors, rest in the shade and never leave children or pets in the car.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hydrate
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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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
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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Heating the indoor air in winter means the air will retain more moisture (it won't be dispersed to help humidify plants or your sinuses), but lowering the thermostat to a temperate 68 degrees F can help increase relative humidity in your home, and this can help your houseplants stay vibrant.—
Peg Aloi,
The Spruce,
5 Jan. 2026
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Great for small bedrooms or offices, the Crane cool mist humidifier can humidify spaces up to 500 square feet for up to 24-hours.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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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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
Verb
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Next time the forecast shows drizzle, skip the umbrella panic and follow this playbook instead.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2026
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Instead of cooking with it, drizzle it over vegetables or pasta, stir it into smoothies, or whisk it into salad dressings.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Hydrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hydrate. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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