Examples of moisten in a Sentence
Corn syrup can be used to moisten and flavor baked foods.
The chemical reaction begins as soon as the powder is moistened.
Recent Examples on the Web
Some reheat their rice in the microwave alongside a mug of water so that the steam created by the boiling water moistens the rice.
—
Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 15 May 2024
Saline sprays: These sprays use a saltwater solution to moisten nasal passages, thin mucus, and remove irritants.
—Shannon Ullman, Health, 6 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for moisten 
Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 15 May 2024
Saline sprays: These sprays use a saltwater solution to moisten nasal passages, thin mucus, and remove irritants.
—Shannon Ullman, Health, 6 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for moisten
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'moisten.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Dictionary Entries Near moisten
Cite this Entry
“Moisten.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisten. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share