wilt

verb

ˈwilt How to pronounce wilt (audio)
Definition of wiltnext
1
as in to droop
to be limp from lack of water or vigor the plants wilted after I forgot to water them for three whole days

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2
as in to fade
to lose bodily strength or vigor she had wilted a bit after walking around the hot and humid city

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3
as in to dry
to lose liveliness, force, or freshness after six solid hours of painting, his energy was starting to wilt

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Recent Examples of wilt Unfortunately, hydrangeas are notorious for wilting quickly once cut, and keeping them looking fresh can prove difficult. — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 6 July 2026 If your plants are looking wilted or their pots are drying out super-fast, consider temporarily moving them to a lightly shaded section of your patio or garden until the heat wave passes. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026 While wearing the glasses, a wearer can ask questions about topics in one's surroundings, like asking for more information about a landmark on vacation, identifying care instructions for a wilting plant or discovering a full recipe for a dish at a favorite restaurant. — Greta Cross, USA Today, 23 June 2026 Underwatering Gardening expert Jen McDonald says that underwatering is the most common reason for petunias wilting. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for wilt
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wilt
  1. droop
  2. fade
  3. dry
  4. hang
  5. weaken
  6. wither
  7. sag
  8. go
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  • Look for wilting, drooping, discolored, or diseased leaves regularly to keep up the plant’s appearance.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 30 June 2026
  • North says to keep the soil moist and watch for drooping leaves, which indicate your tree needs a drink.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 25 June 2026
Definition of droop
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  • But rental business owners like Zhao observed that the rental prices have begun to slide as novelty surrounding these stunt-performing androids fades.
    — John Liu, CNN Money, 30 June 2026
  • The combination of hyaluronic and azelaic acid does wonders to fade dark spots, soothe redness, and deeply hydrate.
    — Olivia Dubyak, InStyle, 30 June 2026
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  • Before choosing a whitening method, check the care label for guidance on water temperature, safe cleaning agents, and recommended drying methods.
    — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
  • Keep a handful near your washing machine or drying rack for blouses, dresses, workout wear, or delicate pieces that should skip the dryer.
    — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2026
Definition of dry
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  • Some Palestinians even try to hang food containers on the ceiling of their tents to keep them out of reach.
    — Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
  • After being interrogated, Hale was hanged at age 21, about two months after the Declaration of Independence.
    — Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
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  • The flow of dark traffic is one of the factors that helped explain why oil markets had weakened significantly by early June, together with a surge in exports from the US and pullback in buying by China.
    — Weilun Soon, Fortune, 5 July 2026
  • But as several surveys have consistently indicated, optimism about our country's outlook has undeniably weakened.
    — Robert Hormats, Time, 4 July 2026
Definition of weaken
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  • While terracotta pots and baskets lined with coconut coir have their uses, these types of containers dry out much faster and will need careful management to ensure plants don't wither away.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026
  • The truth was that all of it was, and is, simply withering away.
    — Ann Manov, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026
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  • An InStyle writer recommends the RoC Derm Correxion Retinol Firming Serum Stick for her grandma’s sagging turkey neck.
    — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 1 July 2026
  • Firm up crepey or sagging skin on your face, neck, and décolleté with this popular No7 retinol serum.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
Definition of sag
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  • News of his death – one example of the political violence roiling America in recent years – quickly went global, with graphic videos flooding social media and politicians on both sides of the aisle swiftly condemning the killing.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • Leo Jimenez also went deep for the Marlins, who set a franchise record with 12 homers for a three-game series.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026
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