Definition of rinsenext
as in to wash
to pour liquid over or through in order to cleanse rinse that shirt immediately, or the paint will set

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Recent Examples of rinse Then rinse them with cool water and pat dry. Christine Fiorentino, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2026 Choose low-sodium alternatives and rinse them before use. Merve Ceylan, Health, 9 Mar. 2026 Before planting, wash containers with soap and water, then rinse with a solution of one part bleach to ten parts water to prevent disease. Holly McNamara, Hartford Courant, 7 Mar. 2026 How to clean hummingbird feeders Ensure your feeders are thoroughly washed and rinsed before filling them with food. Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rinse
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  • Hoover started washing dishes and worked his way up through every position, eventually rising to management during his 10 years at the restaurant.
    Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 19 Mar. 2026
  • Its worn fleece still feels soft and the zipper doesn’t stick at all, even though it’s been washed countless times.
    The Editors, Outside, 18 Mar. 2026
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  • The Ananda doctors believe that a massage at least every ten days is essential to flush out toxins and stimulate neurotransmitters.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
  • To clear drains and prevent odor, pour baking soda followed by white vinegar down drains, then flush it with hot water, Klemova says.
    Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026

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“Rinse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rinse. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.

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