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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Desiccate' in a Sentence

"To thoroughly dry; to dry up." more

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Before discovering it, the spilled water had been desiccating on the kitchen counter, leaving a stubborn stain.
The chef realized that the chicken had been desiccating in the oven for too long, resulting in an overcooked dish.
As the sun rose, the puddles on the pavement had been desiccating, leaving behind only traces of moisture.

Desiccate

des-i-keyt
verbTo thoroughly dry; to dry up.
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Last Updated On: May 11, 2024
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