misting

British

/ ˈmɪstɪŋ /

noun

the act or an instance of having an artificial suntan applied to the skin by a fine spray of liquid

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It remains unclear when all the meat will be removed, but the company is taking steps to mitigate the odor by wrapping most of the building in a temporary material and using misting systems.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026

You can buy fans that come with a misting device, she adds.

From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026

The Rajasekhar family raised their arms in front of the giant misting machine opposite the Colosseum in Rome.

From Barron's ● Jun. 30, 2026

Other restoration efforts include the implementation of an anti-fire misting system beneath the cathedral’s roof and the recreation of the original cross.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 13, 2024

Her eyes misting, she touched my face with her wizened hand.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns

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