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sweat

[swet] / swɛt /






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He said he is so honest, “I practically sweat holy water.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

It spreads through direct contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person, including sweat, saliva, blood, semen, excrement, urine and vomit.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

"We sleep piled on top of each other, with everyone's sweat," Nzale said.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

It should be reapplied every two hours, or sooner if you sweat a lot, have been in water, or after drying yourself with a towel.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

His face is bright red from exertion and his shirt is wet with sweat.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila




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