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as in to fly
to withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval
the employee's story about missing the bus didn't wash with her manager
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as in to splash
to flow in a broken irregular stream
soapy water washing down the drain
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as in to wet
to make wet
rain washed the countryside for days on end
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as in marsh
spongy land saturated or partially covered with water
an invasive species threatening the plants native to the region's washes
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Recent Examples of wash
Alison Herman, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
Residents are asked to only wash vehicles at commercial car washes that recirculate water.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Mar. 2026
Once a month, run an empty hot wash with a cup of white vinegar to help dissolve leftover buildup.
—Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 9 Mar. 2026
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Verb
Issei is in a slightly better place, having entered a new relationship and washed his hands of the Georgia saga.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
Residents are asked to only wash vehicles at commercial car washes that recirculate water.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
Noun
Milan Fashion Week revealed a Fall/Winter 2026-2027 season of denim led by unique washes, a variety of fits and bold coatings.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Mar. 2026
Once a month, run an empty hot wash with a cup of white vinegar to help dissolve leftover buildup.
—Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wash
Verb
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The Domino Park festival also featured a library of bathing, with books on the spiritual experience of bathing, including those donated by bathhouse owners, Hammond says.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
6 Mar. 2026
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Anyone who has tried bathing a toddler in anything other than a bathtub knows the struggle.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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One diner, who works in the hospitality industry and is flying across the country to attend the pop-up and visit friends, is keeping his seat.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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In another set of images by photographer Ian Recchio, who goes by @Lookunderocks on Instagram, another aircraft, described as a business-jet-type platform, was seen flying below the refueling formation.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
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The River features a winding lazy river, splash pad, state-of-the-art fitness center, resort-style lounging areas, and indoor and outdoor gathering spaces.—
Mosaic
Mar. 8,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Two tee shots splish-splashed into the water.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Space Leylands 8 to 10 feet apart to control these problems and avoid wetting the foliage.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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Do not over-wet the wood, which can cause warping and damage to the finish.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
4 Mar. 2026
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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
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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
Verb
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For cake, in a medium bowl stir together flour, baking powder, and salt.—
Maddy Bendgen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Mar. 2026
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Drown them with an ample amount of water and stir to confirm that everything is cold to the touch.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2026
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Upon entering the Visitor's Center, guests are greeted by life-size models of North Atlantic right whales, dolphins, and manta rays, along with dioramas depicting marshes, sand dunes, and coastal habitats.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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The island is still home to oaks covered in Spanish moss, unpaved roads, undeveloped beaches and marshes.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
5 Mar. 2026
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The Hawks worked the ball up court and got it to Webb who fake a drive to make some space and then drilled a three with 10 seconds left to retake the lead.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Mar. 2026
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And though the devastation wrought by last year’s fire was unprecedented in its scale, the Schneiders remain optimistic about the future of their beloved enclave and its plucky local paper.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Wash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wash. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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