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dampness



NOUN
stickiness
Synonyms
NOUN
sultriness
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The building’s units suffer from severe dampness and moisture accumulation, including under floorboards.

From Los Angeles Times May 9, 2025

It has that common pervasive dampness along with plenty of clannish townspeople who resent these nosy Nellies poking around where they have no business.

From New York Times May 8, 2024

A letter from her medical practice stated her condition was "exacerbated by mould and dampness which present in her current accommodation".

From BBC Mar. 11, 2024

Sprinkle it on, let it sit for an hour to absorb oils and any dampness, then vacuum.

From Seattle Times Jan. 16, 2024

The rainwater had not fully drained from the track, and he was concerned that Seabiscuit might struggle over the dampness.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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