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VocabJLPT N2

to dry

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to air
2. to dry
3. to drain (off)
4. to drink up

This verb means to dry something out by exposing it to air or sunlight, such as hanging laundry outdoors. It can also mean to leave someone out in the cold socially or to ignore someone, making it useful in both everyday and figurative contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, where did I hang them? I can't find my socks!

Sentence 2

Hey, did you hang the towels out? You didn't forget, right?

Sentence 3

Honestly, I don't feel like doing anything today, but I'll at least air out my shoes.

Sentence 4

I need to get my uniform hung up before evening or I'll be in trouble tomorrow.

Sentence 5

Wait, you're hanging things out now? The sun's about to go down!