wash over
verb
washed over; washing over; washes over
1
: to affect or be felt by (someone) thoroughly and deeply
I felt relief washing over me.
Just close your eyes and let the music wash over you.
2
: to appear on (a person's face) suddenly
A look of surprise washed over his face.
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The realization washed over Andrews in a rage.
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Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026
Nor does freedom of speech seem an unambiguous value as a tidal wave of toxic disinformation washes over the republic in its 250th year.
—Wyatt Williams, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026
Under Bednar’s watch, the Avs wilted under the LED lights washing over Bruno Mars Drive and The Strip.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
An immediate shock washed over my face, the only part of me exposed to the elements.
—Carinne Geil Botta, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
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Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026
Nor does freedom of speech seem an unambiguous value as a tidal wave of toxic disinformation washes over the republic in its 250th year.
—Wyatt Williams, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026
Under Bednar’s watch, the Avs wilted under the LED lights washing over Bruno Mars Drive and The Strip.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
An immediate shock washed over my face, the only part of me exposed to the elements.
—Carinne Geil Botta, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
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“Wash over.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wash%20over. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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