WASH (OVER) Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

wash (over)

verb

Definition of wash (over)

as in to run over

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Relevance

Dissimilar Words

recede

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Verb

Turn 5 was a corner multiple drivers mentioned as a possible point of adjustment, with Bortoleto and Russell highlighting the headache of running over the curbs here for 50-plus laps.

— Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2026
Mariners right-hander Bryan Woo (12-9) allowed an unearned run over six innings with three hits, two walks and five strikeouts.

— CBS News, CBS News, 13 Sep. 2026

Definition of run over

Verb

When local issues become national issues Nationalization does not only flow from Washington down.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2026
Prices for most types of petroleum products have gone up since the war with Iran began in late February, amid limits on how much could flow through the Strait of Hormuz.

— Willa Rubin, NPR, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of flow

Verb

Bring to a boil over medium-high; reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, whisking occasionally, until flavors meld and mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.

— Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026
Tension seemed to boil over for Jackson, as he was suspended for a period or two of practice after throwing a punch in a scuffle with Giants defenders.

— David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of boil over

Verb

When Shanghai Fashion Week went fully digital, the South China Morning Post reported the entire lineup streamed through Alibaba’s Taobao Live, with viewers commenting on shows in real time and buying items while watching.

— Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 16 Sep. 2026
When Shanghai Fashion Week went fully digital, its entire lineup streamed through Alibaba’s Taobao Live, opening a traditionally invite-only event to anyone with a phone.

— Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of stream

Verb

However, Ormund is sickened by the blood spurting in his eyes, and Roddy turns the tables, using his remaining hand to stick a knife well into Ormund's backside.

— Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026
Once opened, check for foul odors, cloudiness, or spurting liquid when opening.

— Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 13 July 2026

Definition of spurt

Verb

Morgan Creek and Cove Creek will be particularly subject to flooding this morning.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 Sep. 2026
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) estimates that 300,000 to 500,000 people died, most from the surge flooding coastal islands and tidal flats.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of flood

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