dampness

Example Sentences

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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

Fife Council stated it "adopts a robust inspection and support approach for council tenants experiencing dampness", while Aberdeenshire said aims to resolve mould issues within three months.

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

Still, the dampness and the bite of the cold ate at my bones, and I had lost my mittens.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals