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dampen

[dam-puhn] / ˈdæm pən /




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Dampen the stone, apply the poultice a half-inch thick, then cover it with plastic and tape down the edges.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 29, 2022

Dampen the marble with the solution, and set a timer for five minutes.

From Washington Post • Feb. 14, 2022

Method: Dampen a kitchen towel and lay it on the center oven rack.

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2019

Dampen the edges with milk, turn them over to form a border and press down – you can use a fork to seal.

From The Guardian • Apr. 8, 2019

Dampen the cloth, when necessary and press until the cloth is dry.

From Mother's Remedies Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada by Ritter, Thomas Jefferson




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