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sweat

[swet] / swɛt /






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"The sweat dries," she said, watching the blades turn, "but these gusts are hard for an old body to bear."

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Many residents hide sick relatives from health workers, inadvertently infecting themselves through contact with the sweat and blood of the ill.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

"I make sure to drink large amounts of water and beverages rich in salts and minerals, because we sweat constantly and are always on the move," said Imad Ahmed, visiting from Britain.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

His uniform and scalp were lined with glistening rivulets of oil, water, soot and sweat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

It was so warm that sweat dripped down the back of his neck.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




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