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as in rinsing
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 blushing
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 flushing
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Jessica Riley, CBS News, 16 June 2026
Treatment focuses on flushing caffeine from the body while managing symptoms.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
Regularly flushing the drain with hot water may also help reduce buildup and keep water flowing.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
So far, Ramos said he’s donated all of his auto-flushing devices to CPS.
—Christiana Freitag, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
Use a toilet brush to scrub the entire bowl surface, then let the product stand for 5 minutes before flushing.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026
The astronauts reported bizarre smells, and had issues flushing urine outside the spacecraft as designed.
—New Atlas, 6 June 2026
Lower flows mean less sediment flushing downstream, accelerating the sinking of the Louisiana delta.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 31 May 2026
That histamine release is what drives symptoms like flushing, irritability and GI issues.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 29 May 2026
Jessica Riley, CBS News, 16 June 2026
Treatment focuses on flushing caffeine from the body while managing symptoms.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
Regularly flushing the drain with hot water may also help reduce buildup and keep water flowing.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
So far, Ramos said he’s donated all of his auto-flushing devices to CPS.
—Christiana Freitag, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
Use a toilet brush to scrub the entire bowl surface, then let the product stand for 5 minutes before flushing.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026
The astronauts reported bizarre smells, and had issues flushing urine outside the spacecraft as designed.
—New Atlas, 6 June 2026
Lower flows mean less sediment flushing downstream, accelerating the sinking of the Louisiana delta.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 31 May 2026
That histamine release is what drives symptoms like flushing, irritability and GI issues.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flushing
Verb
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Gently rub while rinsing to remove any dirt or excess fuzz.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
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Allow the solution to sit and break down stains for 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing with cool water.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
12 June 2026
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Cue a raft of social media fancams showing a blushing Mary Bennet being pursued by her handsome, Regency-era bachelors.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
28 May 2026
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The blushing singer was snapped getting a sweet smooch on the cheek from her big brother while backstage.—
John Russell,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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While this would be a great thing under normal circumstances, the woman has broken two nice glasses and does a terrible job of washing everything — leaving food particles on the silverware and lipstick on coffee cups.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
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As people express their grief, social obligations compel them to help prepare the deceased for burial, including touching and washing the body, as is traditional in the affected countries; visit the deceased’s family; and attend funerals.—
Katherine Marshall,
STAT,
12 June 2026
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Cellphone footage shows two glowing red orbs floating across the sky.—
Collin Binkley,
Fortune,
15 June 2026
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Speaking about the division race during the teams series this week, New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns offered a glowing assessment of the rival club that has become one of the National League’s toughest opponents.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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