1
as in saturated
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
the streets were awash from the heavy rains
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2
as in filled
possessing or covered with great numbers or amounts of something specified
the literary review is currently awash in submissions and will not be accepting any more until next year
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Recent Examples of awash
However, like most other federal agencies, the scientific funding organization is awash in turmoil due to the Trump administration.
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ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2025
Every room is awash in natural light and thoughtfully appointed—down to the gallery-like entry hall that sets the tone for the dramatic art and furnishings within.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 19 June 2025
Visit in spring to avoid the worst of the crowds, and see the landscape awash in seasonal wildflower blooms.
—Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
Star projectors can be wondrous to behold, turning a room into a starry display, awash with colors, nebulas and more.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 24 May 2025
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ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2025
Every room is awash in natural light and thoughtfully appointed—down to the gallery-like entry hall that sets the tone for the dramatic art and furnishings within.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 19 June 2025
Visit in spring to avoid the worst of the crowds, and see the landscape awash in seasonal wildflower blooms.
—Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
Star projectors can be wondrous to behold, turning a room into a starry display, awash with colors, nebulas and more.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 24 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for awash
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awash
Adjective
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While this rainfall is not expected to be as extreme as last weekend, the threshold for flash flooding to develop is lower due to the ground being very saturated from recent heavy rain in the region.—
Dan Peck,
ABC News,
12 July 2025
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The saturated ground means even minimal rainfall can trigger further flooding, complicating rescue efforts.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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There's an abundant history here that even some long-time Nashvillians may not know about.—
Alessia Sandala,
The Tennessean,
12 July 2025
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Where the Earth has a dense atmosphere, abundant water and life, Mars is a desiccated, lifeless world where even the prospects of finding fossil bacteria are a long shot.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 July 2025
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When TikTok virality and playlist automation saturate listeners’ attention, artistic sameness threatens to rule the day—but independent artists on their own unique paths are still with us.—
Jenn Pelly,
Time,
7 June 2025
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Rain could aid firefighting efforts and saturate dry fuels, reducing their risk of igniting in the future.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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Doubs will attempt to do that in a crowded wide receiver room where Jayden Reed and Dontayvion Wicks return, and rookies Matthew Golden and Savion Williams could be immediate contributors.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Hernandez said she is focused on winning her own reelection bid in a crowded field.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2025
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That grumpy team member might be dealing with a flooded basement or a teenager who just got their driver’s license (arguably worse than the flood).—
ByJulie Kantor,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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What needs to happen to turn the nightcrawler—the same banal creature found in gardens and on flooded sidewalks across the continent—into a valuable commodity? . . .—
Dan Piepenbring,
Harpers Magazine,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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In summer 2023, Levitt booked another trip to Cuba and, once again, only packed bikinis.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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The packed living rooms and TikTok-worthy, standing-room-only bar scenes where spectators gather to watch the show live look like sporting events.—
Cynthia Salinas Cappellano,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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Characters live colorful and exciting lives; stories are replete with the sights, sounds and flavors of Nairobi, Johannesburg, Mogadishu, Lagos, Cairo and beyond.—
Wanjeri Gakuru
July 11,
Literary Hub,
11 July 2025
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The market is replete with new tools coming out, tools to help your existing employees do things better.—
Peter Bendor-Samuel,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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The bar queues remain orderly, the chat is boisterous, but body odour is now rife.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Interest in Bruno Guimaraes and Sven Botman was rife too, but Newcastle again acted swiftly with a strong desire to secure them after others didn’t move.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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“Awash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awash. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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