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to dry out
[phrase form: dry]
01
to become dry or drier after the removal of moisture
02
to remove moisture or water from something, making it dry or drier
03
to become empty of water, often referring to a container or space
04
(of an alcoholic person) to quit drinking alcohol, usually with the help of a treatment program to overcome the addiction
05
to make someone stop drinking alcohol, particularly for someone with alcoholism
Example
The soil will eventually dry out after a few days of no rainfall.
Wet paint on the walls will slowly dry out, revealing the true color.
After the rain, the flooded streets started to dry out under the warmth of the sun.
Hang the wet towels outside, and they will gradually dry out in the breeze.
Leave the freshly painted artwork to dry out completely before framing it.
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