wash away

phrasal verb

washed away; washing away; washes away

: to carry (something) away by the movement of water

The bridge was washed away by flooding last year.

: to get rid of (something, such as unhappy or unpleasant thoughts) completely

Take a vacation to wash away your troubles.

Examples of wash away in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web These come with an additional wet roller head, specifically designed to wash away spills and stains in kitchens and bathrooms. —

Sarah Madaus, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2024 Avoid eating and drinking for at least 30 minutes after application to prevent the medication from being washed away. —

Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 11 July 2024 Rinse your mouth with water: After drinking carbonated water, consider rinsing your mouth with plain water to help wash away any remaining acids that may contribute to dental issues. —

Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 1 July 2024 One year later, much of the sand has since been washed away due to intensifying weather conditions, creating unsafe conditions for beachgoers. —

Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 28 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for wash away

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