moisten

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Then, they used energy dissipation models to compare the seals' ability to warm and moisten air during inhalation and to reduce heat and moisture loss during exhalation.

From Science Daily • Dec. 14, 2023

Spread the spores evenly over the substrate and gently moisten it once, then mist or spray it with water twice daily, keeping it consistently moist but not soggy.

From Washington Times • Dec. 5, 2023

During the day one can see to Bolivia, far to the east, where clouds billow into thunderstorms that will never moisten this region.

From New York Times • Apr. 18, 2023

You need gravy on Thanksgiving to aid the turkey, moisten the potatoes, douse the stuffing.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 13, 2022

My mom’s eyes moisten; I quickly turn away.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed