as in to dry
to make dry
the heat has really parched my throat
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Recent Examples of parch
Best Lip Balm Give parched lips the brush-off with this invigorating lip protectant.
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Pamela Brill, Parents, 22 May 2025
The ground was parched and rocky and mostly brown, other than the occasional cactus or palm tree.
—Benji Jones, Vox, 21 May 2025
The Hill: Climate change parches western U.S., providing fuel for fires.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 13 Jan. 2025
California How to help those affected by fires raging across Los Angeles County
Jan. 9, 2025
A parching lack of rainfall extended the fire season into the normally wet month of January.
—Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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Pamela Brill, Parents, 22 May 2025
The ground was parched and rocky and mostly brown, other than the occasional cactus or palm tree.
—Benji Jones, Vox, 21 May 2025
The Hill: Climate change parches western U.S., providing fuel for fires.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 13 Jan. 2025
California How to help those affected by fires raging across Los Angeles County
Jan. 9, 2025
A parching lack of rainfall extended the fire season into the normally wet month of January.
—Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for parch
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The latest guidance from weather forecast models showcases a subtropical high pressure system nudging into Texas from the Gulf of Mexico, which will lead to a drying trend across South and Central Texas from Wednesday through Friday.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
14 July 2025
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Available in 10 vibrant and neutral colors, including the actress’s bright blue shade, this shirt is made to be ready-to-wear immediately after drying.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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Potassium deficiency causes yellowing and scorching along leaf edges, weak stems, and interveinal chlorosis, a yellowing between the leaf veins.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
22 July 2025
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Take it from someone who easily melts in the scorching heat and humidity — linen clothing is your best option for staying cool all summer.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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“Parch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parch. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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