Example Sentences

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Firefighters wrapped some of the structures in protective foil and were wetting the area with sprinklers.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 22, 2021

“It’s just so nice to be back,” said Tamara Queisser, 24, shouting to be heard over the music and wiping away the tears that were wetting her face mask.

From New York Times • Jun. 23, 2021

Earlier this week, Bannon said his rivals in the government were "wetting themselves" in an interview with The American Prospect.

From Time • Aug. 18, 2017

He only placed his arm round her that she might feel its shelter; and, with his gentle fingers, pushed the golden curls away from her cheeks, for her tears were wetting them.

From Verner's Pride by Wood, Henry, Mrs.

The curate was silent, and I felt, rather than saw, that the tears which were wetting my frock had not come from my own eyes, though I was crying bitterly.

From Melchior's Dream and Other Tales by Ewing, Juliana Horatia Gatty