Moisten and Sponge

Moisten

Moisten verb - To make or become slightly or moderately wet.
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Sponge and moisten are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sponge" instead a verb "Moisten".

Nearby Words: moist, moisture, moistening

Sponge

Sponge verb - To take in (something liquid) through small openings.
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Moisten and sponge are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Moisten" instead a verb "Sponge".

Nearby Words: spongy, sponger, sponged, sponging
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