as in to wash
to pour liquid over or through in order to cleanse
rinse that shirt immediately, or the paint will set
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Recent Examples of rinse
Once the processing time is complete, rinse your hair thoroughly, shampoo it and follow with a nourishing conditioner, like the Cheribe Daily Refresh Moisture Milk.
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Essence, 22 July 2025
Be sure to rinse and drain them before using to remove excess starch and salt.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025
Apply the product to dry skin, massage in a circular motion, then rinse with warm water.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 9 July 2025
Its simple design requires minimal setup, and the cleaning process involves only two detachable parts, which can be rinsed quickly without the need for filters or extra components.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 8 July 2025
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Essence, 22 July 2025
Be sure to rinse and drain them before using to remove excess starch and salt.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025
Apply the product to dry skin, massage in a circular motion, then rinse with warm water.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 9 July 2025
Its simple design requires minimal setup, and the cleaning process involves only two detachable parts, which can be rinsed quickly without the need for filters or extra components.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 8 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for rinse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rinse
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The water piped into homes is often used for washing clothes, bathing and watering gardens.—
Jake Goodrick
July 25,
Sacbee.com,
25 July 2025
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Regular gravel grinding means regularly washing your bike and lubricating the chain.—
Eric Bangeman,
ArsTechnica,
25 July 2025
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The department also works closely with the city’s water service contractors to ensure all fire hydrants throughout the city are properly maintained and flushed annually, with records of each test to support water supply readiness.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 July 2025
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After clearing the clog, run a dishwasher cycle without any dishes or detergent to clean the interior and flush out the drain.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 July 2025
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“Rinse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rinse. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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