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as in to dry
to make dry
weeks of drought had badly scorched the soil
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Recent Examples of scorch
Santa Clara County Firefighters battled a vegetation fire that scorched almost 16 acres in the Coyote Creek Watershed, Assistant Chief of Operations Bill Murphy said Saturday morning.
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Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 6 July 2025
From lakefront hideaways to mountain towns, these refreshing getaways offer all the adventure and charm of a classic summer vacation, minus the scorching heat.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2025
Hot water can be an effective way to unclog a toilet since the scorching water loosen whatever is stuck in your pipes.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 4 July 2025
The scorching summer coincides with a lack of clean water for the majority of Gaza’s population, most of whom are displaced in tented communities.
—Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for scorch
Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 6 July 2025
From lakefront hideaways to mountain towns, these refreshing getaways offer all the adventure and charm of a classic summer vacation, minus the scorching heat.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2025
Hot water can be an effective way to unclog a toilet since the scorching water loosen whatever is stuck in your pipes.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 4 July 2025
The scorching summer coincides with a lack of clean water for the majority of Gaza’s population, most of whom are displaced in tented communities.
—Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scorch
Verb
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According to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, the Palisades fire charred more than 23,000 acres and destroyed more than 6,000 structures.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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Buffalo Trace’s Stagg bourbon is robust, with a layered complexity that features dark cherry, leather, molasses, and charred oak.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Verb
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The latest guidance from weather forecast models showcases a subtropical high pressure system nudging into Texas from the Gulf of Mexico, which will lead to a drying trend across South and Central Texas from Wednesday through Friday.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
14 July 2025
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Available in 10 vibrant and neutral colors, including the actress’s bright blue shade, this shirt is made to be ready-to-wear immediately after drying.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
13 July 2025
Verb
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Most of the books were singed but readable, with titles outlined in charcoal and price conveniently obliterated.—
Peter Wortsman
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Images from the scene showed the family's umbrella singed and snapped in half, with other belongings damaged by the lightning strike.—
Kerry Breen
July 5,
CBS News,
5 July 2025
Verb
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So using a standard stick outside your underarms (especially one with potential irritants like baking soda, aluminum, or strong fragrances) could cause rash-like symptoms or even an itchy, inflamed reaction known as contact dermatitis, Dr. Massick tells SELF.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
14 July 2025
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Apply a baking soda paste, or, for darker or stubborn stains, a paste of baking soda and white vinegar.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
14 July 2025
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“Scorch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scorch. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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