as in disaster
something that has failed
the fashion designer's last showing was a complete washout
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1
as in to collapse
to be unsuccessful
most of the participants in the tough training program washed out
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as in to bleach
to make white or whiter by removing color
the bright lights of the TV studio washed out her facial features, making her look as white as a ghost
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as in to wear
to use up all the physical energy of
that last illness washed the child out completely
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Recent Examples of washout
Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2025
Participants used an air purifier fitted with either a HEPA or non-HEPA filter for a month each, with a month-long washout period in between when no air purifier was used.
—Simon Spichak, Health, 20 Aug. 2025
Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 27 Sep. 2025
Armani stayed seamlessly on topic, but at the same time aimed to stage-direct the shoot to avoid looking washed out against the bright sunlight.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
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Noun
But any rain that falls will not be a washout or continuous.
—Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2025
Participants used an air purifier fitted with either a HEPA or non-HEPA filter for a month each, with a month-long washout period in between when no air purifier was used.
—Simon Spichak, Health, 20 Aug. 2025
Verb
The storm flooded creeks, toppled trees and washed out roads, especially in Cataloochee Valley, where all trails became impassable.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 27 Sep. 2025
Armani stayed seamlessly on topic, but at the same time aimed to stage-direct the shoot to avoid looking washed out against the bright sunlight.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for washout
Noun
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The disaster level has officially hit biblical proportions.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
10 Oct. 2025
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There will also be a slight pass given for not having Burrow, but let’s be real, this can’t be an abject disaster.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Ares instead collapses the two, transporting technology from the other universe—like the light cycle, a futuristic motorcycle that’s become a franchise icon—onto real-world streets.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
10 Oct. 2025
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Polling data show Jones' support collapsing.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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Diesel also showed denim bleached from the inside out, creating an x-ray effect on the garment.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Oct. 2025
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The Laundress Whites Detergent really boosts the brightness of everything—and no yellowish tint that often comes from bleaching clothes.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Her daughter, who is now 8, bounded down the steps first, wearing a pink bow and a broad smile.—
Melissa Sanchez,
ProPublica,
10 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, people can wear long pants tucked into socks and shirts tucked into pants, according to the press release.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Skipping the step of rinsing fresh fruits and vegetables can increase your risk of foodborne illness and other health issues.—
Wendy Bumgardner,
Verywell Health,
10 Oct. 2025
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In one demo, the 132-pound robot is able to pick up a cup and dish from the living room, walk over to the kitchen sink, and carefully rinse them with water from the faucet.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As an example, the team in Romania decided to focus on psychological safety, which is key in pharma, as a lack of psychological safety can lead to less innovation, groupthink, and even systems failure.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
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Speaking of the penalty the Ferrari driver was handed, F1's governing body, the FIA, stated that Hamilton's argument of going off track to manage his brake failure situation was not justifiable.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Still down 20-17, the Razorbacks failed on fourth-and-5 from the Tennessee 25 later in the third quarter, and quarterback Taylen Green lost his second fumble of the game early in the fourth at the Arkansas 19.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Oct. 2025
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The following year, several lawmakers were accused of failing to report income or disclose kickbacks, deepening public frustration.—
Hanako Montgomery,
CNN Money,
11 Oct. 2025
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That legacy hasn’t faded, but the region feels freshly alive these days as chefs, artists, and creative entrepreneurs put down roots.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Oct. 2025
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With spring bloomers like azaleas, wait to prune later in spring after the flowers have faded.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Oct. 2025
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“Washout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/washout. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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