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dampness



NOUN
stickiness
Synonyms
NOUN
sultriness
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The underlying problem, he believes, is that "dampness in buildings is misdiagnosed and at worst misunderstood".

From BBC Oct. 26, 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

State law also requires landlords to make sure their properties are free of dampness and visible mold.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 6, 2024

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

From Seattle Times Jan. 16, 2024

As we ate, I felt the dampness from the grass seep through the seat of my light blue pants, the ones Audrey had helped me pick out when we’d gone shopping.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence




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