as in to bleach
to make white or whiter by removing color
a good washing with bleach should blanch these yellowed sheets
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Recent Examples of blanch
Note: The original recipe recommends blanching the diced celery in the boiling water for about 30 seconds, then draining and setting aside.
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2025
Serve raw or blanched to preserve color and crunch.
—Ginger Perra, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2025
The recipe, like many spinach dip recipes, calls for fresh spinach to be blanched and shocked.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 26 Mar. 2025
Steaming or blanching is a classic way of waking up tofu’s subtle flavor and leaning into its custardy texture.
—Emma Laperruque, Bon Appétit, 20 Feb. 2025
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2025
Serve raw or blanched to preserve color and crunch.
—Ginger Perra, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2025
The recipe, like many spinach dip recipes, calls for fresh spinach to be blanched and shocked.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 26 Mar. 2025
Steaming or blanching is a classic way of waking up tofu’s subtle flavor and leaning into its custardy texture.
—Emma Laperruque, Bon Appétit, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blanch
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The photo was too sun-bleached to discern much else, but there was an e-mail address and a WhatsApp number to contact if anyone found her.—
Catherine Lacey,
New Yorker,
5 Oct. 2025
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If possible, hang-drying towels in the sun can help naturally bleach and brighten them, thanks to the sun’s UV rays.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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As anger fades into apathy and grief is aggravated by guilt, the public also chooses silence.—
Yangyang Cheng,
NPR,
4 Oct. 2025
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While pie crust seems to be fading away, some chefs would rather think completely outside the box by creating a completely different crust.—
Amber Love Bond,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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The powerful serum is formulated with vitamin C, licorice root extract, and a triple peptide complex that brightens and soothes the skin, all while improving elasticity and providing you with a refreshing, healthy glow.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
7 Oct. 2025
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By September, the peaks often receive their first dusting of snow, while golden aspens brighten the lower stretches of the road, creating a mix that beautifully highlights the changing seasons in the park.—
Abby Price,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Oct. 2025
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These popular teeth whitening strips from Amazon, which have earned more than 34,700 five-star ratings — and a rave review from our shopping editor.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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From whitening toothpaste to bestselling blow dryers, these deals are worth a spot in your cart.—
Caitlyn Martyn
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FOXNews.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Blanch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blanch. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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