dry
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dehydrated
dried
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thirsty
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- thirsty
- dehydrated
- parched
- dying of thirst
- gasping
- longing for a drink
alcohol-free
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- alcohol-free
- teetotal
- abstinent
- clean
- on the wagon
- prohibitionist
- non-drinking
sarcastic
unemotional
dull
dried out
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- dried out
- old
- hard
- stale
- dehydrated
- overcooked
- past its best
dehydrate
dry out
dry up or out: become dry
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- become dry
- harden
- wither
- mummify
- shrivel up
- wizen
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Synonyms for dry
disagreeable to the sense of hearing
having a taste characteristic of that produced by acids
with little or no emotion or expression
lacking liveliness, charm, or surprise
arousing no interest or curiosity
dry up: to make or become no longer fresh or shapely because of loss of moisture
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Synonyms for dry
a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages
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remove the moisture from and make dry
free from liquid or moisture
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lacking moisture or volatile components
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opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages
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(of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation
without a mucous or watery discharge
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lacking interest or stimulation
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used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones
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unproductive especially of the expected results
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having no adornment or coloration
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(of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish
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having a large proportion of strong liquor
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lacking warmth or emotional involvement
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