Dry out
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British pronunciation/dɹˈaɪ ˈaʊt/
American pronunciation/dɹˈaɪ ˈaʊt/

Definição e Significado de "dry out"

to dry out
[phrase form: dry]
01

secar, desidratar

to become dry or drier after the removal of moisture
Intransitive
to dry out definition and meaning
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The soil will eventually dry out after a few days of no rainfall.
Hang the wet towels outside, and they will gradually dry out in the breeze.
02

secar, desidratar

to remove moisture or water from something, making it dry or drier
Transitive: to dry out sth
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Using a towel, try to dry out the spilled water on the kitchen counter.
The hairdryer can help you dry out your wet shoes more quickly.
03

secar, esvaziar

to become empty of water, often referring to a container or space
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The pond will naturally dry out during the hot summer months.
As the riverbed widened, the stream began to dry out.
04

secarsede, desintoxicar-se

(of an alcoholic person) to quit drinking alcohol, usually with the help of a treatment program to overcome the addiction
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After years of struggling with alcoholism, John decided it was time to dry out and seek professional help to overcome his addiction.
The rehabilitation center provides a supportive environment for individuals looking to dry out and break free from their dependence on alcohol.
05

desintoxicar, desalcoolizar

to make someone stop drinking alcohol, particularly for someone with alcoholism
Transitive: to dry out sb
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The detox center successfully dried her out, and she started a new chapter in her life.
After a week in the rehabilitation program, John was dried out and ready to reintegrate into society.
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