Example Sentences

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In the Philippines a native combo dewed the eyes of the crew of an LST with a proud performance of Stardust.

From Time Magazine Archive

I crammed my ribbon tie in my vest pocket and unbuttoned my collar, wiping at the clammy sweat dewed on my neck.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros

In the corner of my eye, I could only see a hint of him—eyes as incandescently blue as the heart of fire, a briar of dark hair dewed with lagoon water.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros

The sky is pale blue there, dewed with yellow.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz

A cold sweat dewed on my neck as I descended the stairs.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros