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Recent Examples of bathe For the evening, which will be hosted by the Country Heat Weekly podcast’s Amber Anderson and Kelly Sutton, the Opry will be bathed in Country Heat’s signature orange instead of its usual red. Melinda Newman, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2025 Peruvian corn and cancha completed the dish, all bathed in a spicy leche de tigre. Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025 At times, the family has bathed and washed their clothes in a river and gone to the bathroom in the woods to conserve the water in their RV’s tank. Shannon Pettypiece, NBC news, 22 Sep. 2025 Union Jacks flap gently in the breeze; a golden slither of evening sun drapes a row of cottages; a red postbox, still bearing the initials of the late Queen, stands outside a village church, bathed in the fading light. Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bathe
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Verb
  • Appetizer options include mini crab cakes and salmon bites, served alongside an assortment of specialty cocktails to wash it all down.
    Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 26 Sep. 2025
  • The lid and straw can be quickly washed by hand, though some reviewers recommend using a straw cleaner for better scrubbing.
    Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Spray the door generously with cleaner or use a microfiber cloth to wet the door with the diluted vinegar mixture.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2025
  • Before going in, run the inside of your mouth with your tongue to wet every surface.
    Ian Kumamoto, Them., 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Rev 21:10), an ark of salvation sailing through the waters of history and a beacon that illumines the dark nights of this world.
    Daniel Burke, NPR, 9 May 2025
  • The lighting illumines each river in brilliantly bright backdrop colors.
    Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • The 46-year-old former country star and 42-year-old actress suffered a tragedy in 2019 when their 3-year-old son River drowned in the pool outside their Texas home.
    Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 28 Sep. 2025
  • Birria and tortas ahogadas, a sandwich drowned in red salsa, are local staples, perfect for recovering after a long night out.
    David Shortell, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The launch produced a bright, silver-white plume that changed into colorful veils as the sun illuminated the high exhaust at about 70-110 km (45-70 miles).
    Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Diners enjoyed autumn chicory salad and seared filet mignon in the soft glow of the lights illuminating the temple’s Aeolian sandstone walls and snapped wrist shots against the backdrop of the reflecting pool, meant to evoke the West Bank of the Nile.
    Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Garlic Parmesan has long been a go-to seasoning for wings, breadsticks, and pasta, which is why your mouth probably waters at the mention of it.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Stick to water or a light meal when taking magnesium for better absorption and retention.
    Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 23 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • There’s something so special about those simple joys — putting on a big cozy jacket, lighting the fireplace, and just settling in together as a family.
    Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Another member of the cast, Teyana Taylor, who was married to former Kings player Iman Shumpert from 2016 to 2024, attended multiple Kings games while the film was in-production and lit the beam after a win.
    Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The president responded by calling a special session and flooding the assembly with armed troops.
    T. Christian Miller, ProPublica, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Reaction to the Grand Blanc Township violence Statements of support, shock and encouragement quickly flooded social media.
    Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 29 Sep. 2025

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“Bathe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bathe. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

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