damp
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Kanchan Narayan, 44, uses a damp cloth-wrapped bottle hung on a string, cooling the drinking water inside via evaporation.
From Barron's • May 10, 2026
A safe and complete reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, for example, would damp expectations for higher inflation and allow yields on 10-year Treasury notes to fall, he added.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
These cloudy, damp conditions will linger for some on Tuesday morning - but the day will turn increasingly sunny as high pressure reasserts itself to the north of the UK.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
"He ended up temporarily deaf in one ear because of the mould and the damp and the drafts," Samuels says.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
I kept on sweating and my forehead was damp, along with my waist.
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
Vocabulary lists containing damp
Vocabulary from Readings 4, Unit 1
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"Boar Out There" by Cynthia Rylant
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Vocabulary from Readings 4, Unit 1
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
