dried out

general

The phrase "dried out" is commonly used to describe objects, environments, or conditions that have lost all moisture, as well as to refer to the process of detoxification from substances like alcohol.

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Definition

B2General

(common)Having lost all moisture and become completely dry.

Example

The soil dried out after weeks without rain.
The paintbrush dried out because it wasn't cleaned properly.

C1Health

(idiomatic)Undergoing a detoxification process, especially from alcohol.

Example

He went to a clinic to dry out after years of heavy drinking.

C1General

(figurative)Lacking freshness or vitality.

Example

The conversation dried out after a few minutes.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "dried out":

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