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
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
Pre-washed greens, like those in salad kits, aren’t immune to these issues.
—Danielle Zickl, Health, 26 Sep. 2025
Nothing is pre-washed and none of the ingredients for my recipes were pre-cut.
—Alexis Berger, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Aug. 2025
Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2025
Both washed the food down with drinks fortified by electrolytes.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Nov. 2025
Plush upholstery in rose, cream and soft tan surround a glass coffee table and are washed in natural light from a wall of tall windows.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2025
Yes, even when putting on gloves, hands should be washed first.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
The steel pods cost more initially, but they can be washed and used repeatedly, as opposed to single-use plastic.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
The blue tide washed further than most pollsters had predicted.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Her mother insisted her hair be combed, her face washed, tier clothes pressed.
—Stephanie Mansfield, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025
Dishes were being washed manually in the three-compartment sink without any sanitizer.
—Sacbee.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Linen clothing that is not pre-washed or that is dried in high heat can shrink by 15 percent.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
Pre-washed greens, like those in salad kits, aren’t immune to these issues.
—Danielle Zickl, Health, 26 Sep. 2025
Nothing is pre-washed and none of the ingredients for my recipes were pre-cut.
—Alexis Berger, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Aug. 2025
Verb
Colored towels and microfiber towels should be washed in warm water.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2025
Both washed the food down with drinks fortified by electrolytes.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Nov. 2025
Plush upholstery in rose, cream and soft tan surround a glass coffee table and are washed in natural light from a wall of tall windows.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2025
Yes, even when putting on gloves, hands should be washed first.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
The steel pods cost more initially, but they can be washed and used repeatedly, as opposed to single-use plastic.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
The blue tide washed further than most pollsters had predicted.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Her mother insisted her hair be combed, her face washed, tier clothes pressed.
—Stephanie Mansfield, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025
Dishes were being washed manually in the three-compartment sink without any sanitizer.
—Sacbee.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for washed
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Crisp iceberg and romaine lettuce, colorful veggies, and crunchy croutons are bathed in a zesty homemade Italian dressing with just the right amount of richness from mayonnaise.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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In an overly dramatic transformation sequence, Robert’s boss removes the necklace and is bathed in light — only to wind up a few inches shorter and brunette.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Images of Tilly on her social media handles were splashed across major news outlets all over the world.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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The hot water splashed on the inside of my left forearm and onto my chest.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Place chopped leaves in a large wire bin and wet each layer.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
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But the comedy is absolutely something that wets my beak, I'm drawn to it.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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When the wafer is rinsed, these clumps redeposit onto the surface, causing the defects.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Nov. 2025
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Some filters can be rinsed under running water.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
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Watson stirred controversy late in life, tarnishing his reputation as a scientist in a series of racist remarks.—
Christina Zdanowicz,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Hill’s Emily Brooks reports that Roberts’s statement has stirred backlash from GOP senators and several traditionally conservative organizations, including from staffers inside Heritage itself.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Water was dripping from a soda machine tube at the customer self-service area.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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The staff, for one, will don uniforms with a double-breasted peak lapel and dripping in blues and white piping.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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While leading the community services district, Loewen also worked as a business development consultant and senior manager for DTA, according to a confidential investigative report issued in 2023 after residents complained about Loewen’s conduct.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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Goldman worked with the NFL on the sale process for the league’s media assets, which were sold to ESPN, and helps owners facilitate franchise transactions, such as the Baltimore Orioles’ sale in 2024.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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The market’s internal weakness bubbled to the surface slightly on Tuesday.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
4 Nov. 2025
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Sources say there is no offer just yet, but Blanchart, who will be making his English-language debut with the feature, bubbled to the top this week after a brief but intense search.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Washed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/washed. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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