drying out

[drahy-ing-out] / ˈdraɪ ɪŋˈaʊt /

ADJECTIVE

on the wagon

Synonyms

WEAK

abstaining abstemious abstinent cold sober dry free of alcohol nonindulgent not drinking not drunk not partaking of alcohol period of abstinence restrained sober stone cold sober sworn off took the pledge unintoxicated

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“Also, we’re in a situation where the Great Salt Lake is drying out, and we haven’t even begun to stop the decline.”

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

Warmer weather is drying out vegetation earlier in the year while the atmosphere is able to draw more moisture from the ground, meaning landscapes can become flammable for longer.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

The lake is drying out as more water from snowmelt in the mountains is diverted for use by farms and a growing population, and from drought and a warming climate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

A worm expends a vast amount of energy to jump and faces risks of predation or drying out while suspended in the air.

From Science Daily • Oct. 15, 2025

Our house is still drying out after being underwater for so long.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García

drying out

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