moisture
noun
mois·ture
ˈmȯis-chər 
ˈmȯish-
: liquid diffused or condensed in relatively small quantity
Examples of moisture in a Sentence
These flowers grow best with moisture and shade.
Wool socks will pull moisture away from your skin.
The leaves absorb moisture from the air.
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Jan. 2025
This leads to blockages that don't allow the fan to work properly, which then leaves behind lots of moisture in the room.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2025
Sisley’s and Avene’s are two of my favorites for long-lasting moisture.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Jan. 2025
Thanks to the rich shea and cocoa butters, this lotion delivers up to 24 hours of long-lasting moisture.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Moisture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisture. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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moisture
noun
mois·ture
ˈmȯish-chər
ˈmȯis-
: a small amount of liquid that causes moistness : dampness
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