as in moist
slightly or moderately wet
the ground is still rather wettish after last night's downpour
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Adjective
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Clethra can be planted in consistently moist soil in Zones 3 to 9.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
28 May 2025 -
Put together a basic emergency kit, with water and shelf stable foods for up to a week, flash lights, back up batteries, a first aid kit and moist towelettes.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
27 May 2025
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Thanks to its protective lacquer finish, the bar cart is resistant to water, rust, mold, and UV rays, plus the shelves are a breeze to clean with a damp cloth.—
Bridget Degnan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 May 2025
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The damp, windy weather could also hinder travel on the road or at the region’s busy airports.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
21 May 2025
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“Wettish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wettish. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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