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Damp or wet, typically from perspiration
Having or showing the symptoms of a fever, as characterized by a high temperature
Ashamed or embarrassed, and therefore blushing
Giving off heat
Perspiration, especially when profuse and medically induced
The process by which a liquid leaks through a porous substance
Sweating
The act of excreting
Present participle for to perspire or exude sweat
“His heart pumped faster and faster, and he began to sweat profusely.”
Present participle for to ooze or secrete a substance
“Then, grasping the two ends, they would twist the sleeve so that the oil would sweat out and drip into a vase.”
Present participle for to be anxious or concerned about something in particular
“Pay attention to these basics, and don't sweat the details too soon.”
Present participle for to apply great and continuous effort
“Feynman had to sweat for years on the detail before he eventually received his Nobel Prize.”
(slang) Present participle for to question or quiz, especially in a thorough or investigative manner
“All we have to do is collate the evidence, sweat the suspect, find the holes in the story, and nail them.”
Present participle for to show, feel, or cause to feel, concern or worry
Present participle for to work excessively hard
Present participle for to tolerate, endure, or put up with (something)
Present participle for to wait (in readiness or expectation) for
Present participle for to oppressively cause someone or something to do too much work
Present participle for to consider a thought or idea
Present participle for to remain in a heated or stifling atmosphere
Present participle for compete eagerly with someone in order to do or achieve something
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