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to dry out
[phrase form: dry]
Examples
The soil will eventually dry out after a few days of no rainfall.
Examples
Using a towel, try to dry out the spilled water on the kitchen counter.
03
to become empty of water, often referring to a container or space
Intransitive
Examples
The pond will naturally dry out during the hot summer months.
04
(of an alcoholic person) to quit drinking alcohol, usually with the help of a treatment program to overcome the addiction
Intransitive
Examples
After years of struggling with alcoholism, John decided it was time to dry out and seek professional help to overcome his addiction.
05
to make someone stop drinking alcohol, particularly for someone with alcoholism
Transitive: to dry out sb
Examples
The detox center successfully dried her out, and she started a new chapter in her life.
