as in bathed
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
washed city streets glistened with the light of the lampposts
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as in flew
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 bubbled
to flow in a broken irregular stream
soapy water washing down the drain
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as in wet
to make wet
rain washed the countryside for days on end
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Recent Examples of washed
Aksha Mittapalli,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 June 2026
Or toss in pre-washed strawberries for your next picnic at the park.
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Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
Since the vegetables are pre-washed, chopped, and handled more during processing, there is a higher risk of contamination.
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Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
18 Apr. 2026
Many people rely on pre-washed salad mix for its convenience.
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Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
6 Apr. 2026
As far as the yellow bed sheets go, this feels like the truest butter yellow—still pastel but not white-washed.
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Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
20 Mar. 2026
Both are formulated with ultra-fine rice starches that dissipate without a trace and absorb product buildup for that just-washed, clean look.
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Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
22 Feb. 2026
The cast represented far more body and ethnic diversity than the white-washed, super-thin standard of 2003.
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Madeline Hirsch,
InStyle,
17 Feb. 2026
Pre-washed greens, like those in salad kits, aren’t immune to these issues.
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Danielle Zickl,
Health,
26 Sep. 2025
Caitlin Gunther,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 June 2026
Dryer sheets are convenient and add softness and fresh-washed fragrance, while dryer balls are a better choice for the environment since they're made with natural materials and are reusable.
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Lauren David,
Southern Living,
19 June 2026
However, volcanic ash that washed into rivers and the sea during the 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo is slowly engulfing the wreck.
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Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
This retro floral print channels the charm of heirloom textiles through cheerful blooms and softly washed colors.
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Nina Derwin,
Architectural Digest,
17 June 2026
Because irregular washing of your sheets encourages bacterial growth, rotating your sheet sets helps ensure that each sheet gets the chance to air out and be washed often.
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Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
17 June 2026
Many evaporative dog cooling collars can be machine-washed and dried.
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Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
The olive sake gives a round flavor that’s paired with rice washed West End Gin.
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Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Each bowl is microwave-safe and dishwasher-safe; the lids can be washed in the dishwasher on the top rack.
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Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
Adjective
Pre-washed rice has already been rinsed, so washing it again is unnecessary.
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Aksha Mittapalli,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 June 2026
Or toss in pre-washed strawberries for your next picnic at the park.
—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
Since the vegetables are pre-washed, chopped, and handled more during processing, there is a higher risk of contamination.
—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
18 Apr. 2026
Many people rely on pre-washed salad mix for its convenience.
—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
6 Apr. 2026
As far as the yellow bed sheets go, this feels like the truest butter yellow—still pastel but not white-washed.
—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
20 Mar. 2026
Both are formulated with ultra-fine rice starches that dissipate without a trace and absorb product buildup for that just-washed, clean look.
—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
22 Feb. 2026
The cast represented far more body and ethnic diversity than the white-washed, super-thin standard of 2003.
—
Madeline Hirsch,
InStyle,
17 Feb. 2026
Pre-washed greens, like those in salad kits, aren’t immune to these issues.
—
Danielle Zickl,
Health,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
While the exterior is simple and white-washed, the interior is like a lavish country estate, owing to the esteemed design eye of Pierre-Yves Rochon.
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Caitlin Gunther,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 June 2026
Dryer sheets are convenient and add softness and fresh-washed fragrance, while dryer balls are a better choice for the environment since they're made with natural materials and are reusable.
—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
19 June 2026
However, volcanic ash that washed into rivers and the sea during the 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo is slowly engulfing the wreck.
—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
This retro floral print channels the charm of heirloom textiles through cheerful blooms and softly washed colors.
—
Nina Derwin,
Architectural Digest,
17 June 2026
Because irregular washing of your sheets encourages bacterial growth, rotating your sheet sets helps ensure that each sheet gets the chance to air out and be washed often.
—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
17 June 2026
Many evaporative dog cooling collars can be machine-washed and dried.
—
Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
The olive sake gives a round flavor that’s paired with rice washed West End Gin.
—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Each bowl is microwave-safe and dishwasher-safe; the lids can be washed in the dishwasher on the top rack.
—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for washed
Adjective
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Then, in Madrid on June 15, Zendaya donned a Christian Cowan frock dripping in fringe.
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Once the espresso has completed dripping into the cup, you’re all set to sip.
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The two Harpa shows were especially spellbinding, especially an ensemble performance of music from her recent album Where to From, bathed in otherworldly illumination by lighting designer Theresa Baumgartner.
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Experts’ pessimistic forecasts are combining with reports from frustrated jobless young people around the country to form a seasonal outlook far from bathed in sunshine.
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La Roja needs quicker movement of the ball and its players, more adaptation to what the opponent is doing (Saudi Arabia is not going to play free and open after seeing what worked) and to be more ruthless.
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Elmo Fire Department I‑20 westbound was closed as crews worked the scene.
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People in the Loews hotel pool kindly splashed a couple of them with water upon their request.
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Some of it splashed in my mouth.
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From hand pumps in British pubs to wet foam in Czech cafes, beer is poured a variety of ways throughout the world and in various glassware.
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Irrigation should be applied at the base of the plant at the soil line to avoid wetting the blooms.
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Dried beans need to be rinsed and soaked before cooking.
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Avoid overloading the washer to ensure towels are thoroughly cleaned and rinsed.
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Clark’s passion for coffee was stirred far from Los Gatos.
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The flames were visible to anyone driving or walking down Columbus Drive, and the sight in the public park stirred emotions and shocked many.
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That reality is part of what has drawn her toward newer, less saturated platforms.
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The final look will be extra polished, and works well with pastels and less saturated tones too.
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“Washed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/washed. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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