dry out

US /draɪ aʊt/
UK /draɪ aʊt/
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to become completely dry

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The clothes will dry out quickly in the sun.
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The well has started to dry out due to the drought.
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2.

to stop drinking alcohol or taking drugs, especially after a period of heavy use

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He decided to go to rehab to dry out.
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After years of heavy drinking, he finally managed to dry out.
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