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 off and put them in a cool, dry location. Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 5 Mar. 2026 And clubs will do anything to rinse them. Tim Spiers, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026 Expect to have the leaves tapped along the body before honey is applied and then rinsed with a splash of cold water. Mindy Sink, Denver Post, 3 Mar. 2026 After using disinfectants, make sure to rinse or wipe down surfaces, and keep pets away from areas treated with carpet powder until they have been thoroughly vacuumed. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rinse
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  • All produce, even organic, should be washed before peeling so dirt and bacteria aren’t transferred from a knife onto the fruit or vegetable.
    Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
  • On’s SenseTec Studio leggings come in a mix of neutrals (black and navy) and pastels (washed pink, mint green, dusty mauve, and a wispy blue that’s soon to launch).
    Talia Abbas, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
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  • Though compact, it's equipped with storage space, a vanity sink, a flushing toilet, and a shower/bath, which is always a nice bonus in a tiny house.
    Adam Williams March 10, New Atlas, 10 Mar. 2026
  • The Calypso Deep collects waste from the surrounding sea over time with almost no mechanism to flush it out.
    Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026

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“Rinse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rinse. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.

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