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Recent Examples of moisturize
The rich lotion is made with hyaluronic acid, shea butter, and glycerin to intensely moisturize dry, dull skin.
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Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
Probiotics Probiotics can help moisturize the skin.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2026
Keratin is a protein that can not only repair hair structure but also moisturize and smooth the cuticle, reducing frizz.
—Eden Stuart, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2026
Besides the cooling, calming eucalyptus oil, the cream also contains soybean and linseed oil to deeply moisturize the skin and leave it looking baby smooth, with no signs of dry patches, flakes, or redness in sight.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026
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Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
Probiotics Probiotics can help moisturize the skin.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2026
Keratin is a protein that can not only repair hair structure but also moisturize and smooth the cuticle, reducing frizz.
—Eden Stuart, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2026
Besides the cooling, calming eucalyptus oil, the cream also contains soybean and linseed oil to deeply moisturize the skin and leave it looking baby smooth, with no signs of dry patches, flakes, or redness in sight.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moisturize
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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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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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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
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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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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
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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
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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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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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“Moisturize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moisturize. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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