parch
verb (used with object)
to make extremely, excessively, or completely dry, as heat, sun, and wind do.
has parched
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present perfectof parch (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Extreme heat has parched vegetation that had grown vigorously during wet weather earlier in the year, creating tinderbox conditions.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
West stares down the consequences of a climate-change-fueled megadrought that has parched the river.
From Salon ● Nov. 4, 2022
One of the worst droughts on record in Europe has parched the continent’s major waterways, revealing relics such as a long-submerged village and World War II-era battleships.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 20, 2022
Despite lower temperatures on Wednesday, the fire danger remains high because hot, dry weather has parched grassland around the city, Khan said.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 20, 2022
“The dust in the curtains, if you will pardon me for hinting such a thing, has parched my throat to a crisp.”
From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin
