wash away

verb

washed away; washing away; washes away

1

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

The bridge was washed away by flooding last year.

2

: 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

In this brave new world, once mighty market forces have been washed away in a flood of personal political influence. — Steve H. Hanke, Fortune, 27 July 2026

Larimer County officials installed warning signs in the canyon and more securely attached the canyon road to bedrock to keep it from washing away in future floods. — Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 27 July 2026

It’s specifically made to wash away rain and prevent snow from accumulating, which helps ensure the shed’s longevity with years of outdoor use. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 23 July 2026

Sunday dawned fairly clear and bright for the World Cup 2026 final, with temperatures dropping from last week’s oppressive, humid 90s to the drier upper 70s and low 80s with wildfire smoke all but washed away. — Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 19 July 2026

Rhymes for wash away

• aaa
• alleyway
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• breakaway