as in pallid
lacking a healthy skin color
looking blanched and feeble after a long illness
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as in bleached
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 blanched
Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2026
Trump — who has threatened to withdraw from the bloc and questioned its collective-defense promise — has asked allies for plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz; many have so far blanched at offering support.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Nut flours are closely related, but not identical, to nut meals, which are rarely blanched and typically more coarsely ground.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
The combo deal came with a hefty basket of Weissman's signature double-blanched french fries, well dressed with salt and pepper.
—Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 25 Feb. 2026
Her shades of blonde have ranged from sunny and golden to blanched and icy.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
Raw cabbage may retain its texture slightly better than blanched cabbage.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2026
The white oak and stained walnut variations make space for a light-blanched vibe or a woodier and more sensational approach, depending on your preference.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Commercial almond butter is often made from blanched almonds, resulting in a smoother, sweeter butter.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 29 Oct. 2025
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Not all that long ago, Fox and Telemundo likely would have blanched at an ad that encourages sports fans to get up from their sofas.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 17 Apr. 2026
A student behind me in line blanched with fear.
—Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026
It may be served raw, lightly blanched, or cooked briefly in soups and stews.
—Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Mar. 2026
Its price puts it within reach of many Mac creators who blanched at the price of its predecessor.
—Tony Hoffman, PC Magazine, 8 Mar. 2026
Canned water chestnuts are blanched before packing, which mutes their flavor slightly but preserves their crispness.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
Fresh birds are cured in Chinese five spice and salt, then blanched in a vinegar bath to yield tight, super crispy skin.
—Elena Kadvany, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Mar. 2024
Adjective
Fresh lemons are lightly seared in butter and tossed with blanched broccolini, Swiss chard, and peas.
—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2026
Trump — who has threatened to withdraw from the bloc and questioned its collective-defense promise — has asked allies for plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz; many have so far blanched at offering support.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Nut flours are closely related, but not identical, to nut meals, which are rarely blanched and typically more coarsely ground.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
The combo deal came with a hefty basket of Weissman's signature double-blanched french fries, well dressed with salt and pepper.
—Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 25 Feb. 2026
Her shades of blonde have ranged from sunny and golden to blanched and icy.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
Raw cabbage may retain its texture slightly better than blanched cabbage.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2026
The white oak and stained walnut variations make space for a light-blanched vibe or a woodier and more sensational approach, depending on your preference.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Commercial almond butter is often made from blanched almonds, resulting in a smoother, sweeter butter.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
It’s brined, blanched, glazed, dry-aged, fried, grilled, then basted in the wok with oil; the entire process takes five days to prepare.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Not all that long ago, Fox and Telemundo likely would have blanched at an ad that encourages sports fans to get up from their sofas.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 17 Apr. 2026
A student behind me in line blanched with fear.
—Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026
It may be served raw, lightly blanched, or cooked briefly in soups and stews.
—Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Mar. 2026
Its price puts it within reach of many Mac creators who blanched at the price of its predecessor.
—Tony Hoffman, PC Magazine, 8 Mar. 2026
Canned water chestnuts are blanched before packing, which mutes their flavor slightly but preserves their crispness.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
Fresh birds are cured in Chinese five spice and salt, then blanched in a vinegar bath to yield tight, super crispy skin.
—Elena Kadvany, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Mar. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blanched
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While disrupting the business of an American multinational company may seem a pallid response to the destruction of an Iranian primary school where more than a hundred children were killed, such asymmetric attacks in the physical and digital realms have been a feature of this conflict.—
Sue Halpern,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Out of the bloodstains shone a pair of bright blue eyes, and a heart was beating under the pallid skin that looked several sizes too big.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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However, it should be noted that down should not be bleached or washed with fabric softener.—
Katie Cloyd,
Martha Stewart,
22 Apr. 2026
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Here, fabrics are scraped, scratched, patched, bleached, ripped and painted to signify the passage of time.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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While visiting Malta with Prince Philip in 1951, the late monarch wore a pale purple beaded gown and fur stole.—
Andrea Wurzburger,
PEOPLE,
25 Apr. 2026
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Raspberries won't ripen after being picked, so be careful not to choose underripe ones that are pale.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The shine on the Dodgers’ most historic rivalry has faded, right along with the Giants.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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Months later, Vandersloot said any hurt feelings caused by Reese’s comments have faded into the background.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The rich buttermilk ranch dressing is brightened by fresh lemon juice and zest, which balances the tang of buttermilk and sour cream with the savory herb notes of chives and basil.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
22 Apr. 2026
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Ancho chile and cayenne give a layered blend of heat while brightened up by caraway, cumin, and coriander.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Blanched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blanched. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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