Example Sentences

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Dampness brought on by rain, flooding and humidity can increase the likelihood that mold will take up residence indoors.

From Washington Post • Jul. 2, 2021

Dampness had seeped under the glass and made splotches on the paper, but by holding their candles up close, they could read it.

From "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau

Dampness The common prejudice against damp air greatly exaggerates its evils.

From How to Live Rules for Healthful Living Based on Modern Science by Fisher, Irving

Dampness lurked in the wall and began to dim and blur the colours.

From Knights of Art; stories of the Italian painters by Steedman, Amy

Dampness is very injurious to bees on other accounts.

From Soil Culture by Walden, J. H.