damp
adjective
slightly wet; moist.
dampness
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a word derived from
damp.
Example Sentences
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“People will often attribute things they don’t understand to dampness and mold,” Mendell said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
The building’s units suffer from severe dampness and moisture accumulation, including under floorboards.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 9, 2025
It has that common pervasive dampness along with plenty of clannish townspeople who resent these nosy Nellies poking around where they have no business.
From New York Times ● May 8, 2024
Fife Council stated it "adopts a robust inspection and support approach for council tenants experiencing dampness", while Aberdeenshire said aims to resolve mould issues within three months.
From BBC ● Mar. 11, 2024
When he felt the dampness of the river, he started running.
From "Ceremony:" by Leslie Marmon Silko
