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as in to ignore
to dismiss as of little importance
refused to whitewash the governor's chronic disregard for the truth
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as in to excuse
to make (something) seem less bad by offering excuses
don't try to whitewash your rudeness by claiming that you were having a bad day
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as in vindication
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as in washout
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Recent Examples of whitewash
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
However, the other signs of whitewashing — multiple, vague but positive reviews — were not present.
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Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 May 2026
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
Visit the whitewash beacon and adjacent lightkeeper’s house located at the Southern end of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
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Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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Verb
No longer a hidden gem or best-kept secret, Puglia’s dramatic beaches, Baroque cities, and whitewashed trulli are splashed over many an Instagram feed.
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Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
However, the other signs of whitewashing — multiple, vague but positive reviews — were not present.
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Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 May 2026
Noun
The Storm defense was impressive, allowing Birmingham to convert only 1 of 13 third-down plays in the whitewash.
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Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
Visit the whitewash beacon and adjacent lightkeeper’s house located at the Southern end of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
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Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whitewash
Verb
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Price is where almost every search starts, and the difference between countries is hard to ignore.
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By the time the sponsor wants to sell, the buyer sees what the sponsor ignored.
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Plus, our governor issued a memo excusing fans from delays caused by celebrating.
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Mixing those up can lead to either punishing good judgment or excusing bad results.
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Both sides claimed vindication after the ruling, with Lively’s attorneys arguing the decision leaves open other avenues to pursue damages, while Baldoni’s lawyer emphasized that many of her original claims had been dismissed.
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The motivation for establishing Pointeworks is, for Williams, part creative and part vindication.
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Overnight rainfall coupled with the arrival of storms Saturday means the region could see a washout.
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While a few storms will be possible, the current forecast does not suggest a washout.
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Schmidt can be forgiven for making this headline-grabbing prediction.
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Philodendrons are easy and forgiving enough for beginners, but even more experienced gardeners love them for their variety of foliage and easy care.
Verb
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This looser-fitting top sits right at the waistband and is made of a durable nylon and elastane blend that resists wear and tear (justifying the price point).
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Whatever happens for the remainder of this World Cup cannot be used to justify a system that has nothing to do with development, or kids playing sports.
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One rationalization turned into a system of secrecy.
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Although the Mughals mainly incorporated the existing Indian revenue system, Akbar’s reign also saw the rationalization of revenue administration, notably under the Hindu minister Todar Mal, with systematic land measurement and assessment that balanced imperial income with agrarian stability.
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Despite setbacks, Trout remains a superstar, but his comments about Philly appear more reflective than predictive of a move.
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But the company’s appeal, particularly in the face of setbacks, is also reliant on a combination of story and Musk’s own image in ways that are not necessarily connected to reality.
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“Whitewash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whitewash. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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