as in to fade
to make white or whiter by removing color
bleached the stained shirt back to its original white
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Recent Examples of bleach
Legendary hairstylist McKnight bleached the roots in the center of the head and the lengths immediately above the ear and hairline to create a stark contrast, one that both frames and lights up the face.
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Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2025
The inspectors bleached the food inside the cooler, their report stated.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 22 Dec. 2025
Be aware that whitening toothpaste might bleach anything with dye, so be especially cautious.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2025
Oak planks burnished, bleached, and faded over decades.
—Helen Molesworth, Artforum, 1 Dec. 2025
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Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2025
The inspectors bleached the food inside the cooler, their report stated.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 22 Dec. 2025
Be aware that whitening toothpaste might bleach anything with dye, so be especially cautious.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2025
Oak planks burnished, bleached, and faded over decades.
—Helen Molesworth, Artforum, 1 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bleach
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The California Association of Realtors also predicts that, as economic uncertainty fades and rates begin to decline more steadily, the housing market should improve throughout 2026.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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As human activity and food waste returned, those differences appeared to fade in later generations.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 Jan. 2026
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The deep-cleaning Paul Mitchell Two Clarifying Shampoo, brightening Pureology Strength Cure Blonde Shampoo, and volumizing and nourishing Pantene Sheer Volume Shampoo are among her go-tos.—
Olivia Dubyak,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
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The serum also features a complex of five peptides to help firm skin, support collagen, and soften the appearance of fine lines, along with niacinamide to brighten uneven tone, and adenosine to smooth and strengthen overall skin structure.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
14 Jan. 2026
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The bad news: Non-decolorized, whole-leaf aloe extract contains aloin, a chemical that has been shown to cause cancer in rats when ingested.—
Leah Prinzivalli,
Allure,
21 May 2018
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And Chinese exporters diverted flows through Southeast Asia and Mexico, dulling the effects of tariffs even as headline restrictions intensified.—
Dewardric L. McNeal,
CNBC,
31 Dec. 2025
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But this year the shower will be dulled by the supermoon.—
Hannah Poukish,
Sacbee.com,
30 Dec. 2025
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Baking soda can boost the whitening power of your detergent, reduce odors, and help lift stains.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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According to Hill, good old-fashioned sunlight naturally kills bacteria, refreshes items, and whitens fabrics.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2026
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“Bleach.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bleach. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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