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noun

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verb

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as in to rinse
to pour liquid over or through in order to cleanse use this cleaner to flush the drain in the sink

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as in to blush
to develop a rosy facial color (as from excitement or embarrassment) he flushed deeply upon hearing the compliment

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Recent Examples of flush
Adjective
The campground, shaded by large pine and other trees, has flush and vault toilets and drinking water. Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2025 Already flush with sponsorships from American companies such as Google, Oracle and ExxonMobil, and with three races stateside, F1 will finally have a luxury American carmaker in the mix. Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 29 May 2025
Noun
There’s a Benefit primer to prevent makeup from melting off and a Haus Labs cream blush for a happy, radiant (not sticky) flush. Elizabeth Siegel, Allure, 1 July 2025 But outside of nasal flushes, acupuncture, and anti-inflammatory diets, there were few options and almost no recent innovation. Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Verb
If everything looks good and the toilet still isn't flushing, replace it with a new one. Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 8 July 2025 This includes the main bathroom, which has a shower, plus a vanity sink, and a flushing toilet. Adam Williams july 02, New Atlas, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for flush
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flush
Adjective
  • Born 12 years apart, videos shared by their mom online show an energetic and happy Izzy Offett and a reserved Wayland Coe through the years.
    Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 14 July 2025
  • These curious cats are energetic, curious and know their names.
    Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 July 2025
Adjective
  • Over the decade that 770 filles arrived in North America, about sixty came from such wealthy households.
    Ann Foster, JSTOR Daily, 9 July 2025
  • Prices in the broader Dubai property market are rising as the city attracts wealthy residents and investors, while also incentivizing new home ownership with fee discounts and low mortgage rates.
    semafor.com, semafor.com, 9 July 2025
Adjective
  • The resort features an on-site dive center, Belize Pro Dive Center, and the property is adjacent to Belize’s Great Barrier Reef, the second-largest reef system in the world.
    Essence, Essence, 14 July 2025
  • The Beak and Barrel will be adjacent to the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction in Adventureland and serve drinks and food to hungry swashbucklers and their crews.
    Megan duBois, Southern Living, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • While Romy opted for a dramatic eyeliner look and a romantic half-up hairstyle with curled ends, Cosima decided to match her outfit with blush pink makeup.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 8 July 2025
  • That said, a faint layer of blush was visible on her cheekbones when Campbell turned to the side.
    Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 8 July 2025
Noun
  • Her top tips include planting nectar-rich annuals like lantanas and zinnias, using lightweight potting soil, feeding plants with long-lasting fertilizer, and mixing blooms with eye-catching foliage.
    Steve Bender, Southern Living, 6 July 2025
  • These organisms can quickly reproduce, leading to dense blooms and surface scums, particularly in the shallow, warmer parts of the lake, according to the NPS.
    Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 July 2025
Noun
  • The galaxy can be seen undergoing a burst of star formation thanks to the tidal influence of a galactic neighbor, with the glowing red form of an emission nebula visible throughout, giving the impression of a cosmic firework display.
    Anthony Wood, Space.com, 13 July 2025
  • This act of formality did not prevent an easy atmosphere from developing in our classrooms; there were frequent bursts of laughter.
    Brooke Allen, New Yorker, 12 July 2025
Verb
  • Be sure to rinse and drain them before using to remove excess starch and salt.
    Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025
  • Apply the product to dry skin, massage in a circular motion, then rinse with warm water.
    Izzy Baskette, People.com, 9 July 2025
Verb
  • Bio-Oil has also received glowing reviews from more than one mama.
    Erin Bunch, Glamour, 9 July 2025
  • Her primary function seems to be solely to wear a tight, glowing suit and look concerned.
    Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 9 July 2025

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“Flush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flush. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.

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