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
If stung, experts recommend rinsing the area with seawater (not fresh water), removing any tentacles with a gloved hand or tweezers, and seeking medical attention if symptoms worsen.
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Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 30 July 2025
After rinsing your rag, wipe in the opposite direction.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Drain and rinse the almonds: After soaking, drain the almonds.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 24 July 2025
Some are not rinsing off before entering; others are peeing in the water.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2025
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Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 30 July 2025
After rinsing your rag, wipe in the opposite direction.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Drain and rinse the almonds: After soaking, drain the almonds.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 24 July 2025
Some are not rinsing off before entering; others are peeing in the water.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rinse
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First wash your hands, then follow these guidelines.—
Amy Brightfield,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2025
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In the clip, which Lizzo posted on TikTok, the rapper is seen washing a Porsche while wearing a denim top.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
7 Aug. 2025
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Being patient gives the enzymes time to break the bond between the stain and the fibers, so the stain can be flushed away during the laundry cycle.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
8 Aug. 2025
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Zach Wilson had a four-yard pass to Gordon, who was stopped by Ethan Robinson... Chubb flushed Tagovailoa out of the pocket, forcing a throw-away....—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
2 Aug. 2025
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“Rinse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rinse. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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