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dry out

1 of 1verb
/dɹaɪ aʊt/
Forms:dries out,drying out,dried out,dried out
1

to become dry or drier after the removal of moisture

  • 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.
  • After the rain, the flooded streets started to dry out under the warmth of the sun.
  • Leave the freshly painted artwork to dry out completely before framing it.
  • Wet paint on the walls will slowly dry out, revealing the true color.
Synonyms:
dry
2

to remove moisture or water from something, making it dry or drier

transitive
  • 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.
  • After washing the car, use a cloth to dry out the surface for a streak-free shine.
  • The sun will dry out the wet clothes left on the line.
  • They decided to dry out the soaked carpet after the flooding.
Synonyms:
drydehydrate
Antonyms:
wet
3

to become empty of water, often referring to a container or space

  • The pond will naturally dry out during the hot summer months.
  • As the riverbed widened, the stream began to dry out.
  • Be cautious not to let the well dry out during the dry season.
  • The wetlands may dry out in the absence of sufficient rainfall.
  • After the rain stopped, the puddles in the driveway started to dry out.
Synonyms:
run dry
4

(of an alcoholic person) to quit drinking alcohol, usually with the help of a treatment program to overcome the addiction

  • 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.
  • She finally reached a point where she recognized the need to dry out and began attending support group meetings.
  • After realizing the impact of his alcoholism on his life, Mark decided to dry out and seek professional help.
5

to make someone stop drinking alcohol, particularly for someone with alcoholism

transitive
  • 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.
  • Following a month of counseling and support, the recovery center dried out Emily, and she embraced a sober lifestyle.
  • The support group played a crucial role in drying out David, who had struggled with alcohol addiction for years.
  • With the guidance of a professional counselor, Susan was dried out and determined to maintain her sobriety.