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as in ignored
to dismiss as of little importance
refused to whitewash the governor's chronic disregard for the truth
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as in excused
to make (something) seem less bad by offering excuses
don't try to whitewash your rudeness by claiming that you were having a bad day
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Recent Examples of whitewashed
In hushed towns like Locorotondo and Martina Franca, whitewashed lanes curve unexpectedly, church bells peal away the hours, and olive trees cast ever longer shadows onto dusty squares.
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Rob Crossan, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Feb. 2026
By then, investigators had checked Guthrie’s flat, whitewashed roof and probed her septic tank with a long pole.
—Paige Williams, New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2026
Sleek chrome furniture, a chef-grade kitchen, and whitewashed walls bring light in.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
Its pristine, whitewashed aesthetic often evokes the charm of the Greek Islands.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Jan. 2026
Visitors and locals alike appreciate the Spanish Colonial Revival-style architecture, whitewashed adobe buildings, and red-tile roofs nestled at the foot of the Santa Ynez Mountains, bordering the Pacific Ocean.
—Chantelle Kincy, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
In 2026, designers predict that what's underfoot will get darker and more colorful, rather than the light, whitewashed look that's on its way out.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026
Marcos Jr’s landslide victory in 2022 marked an extraordinary comeback for the notorious political family, which critics claimed was made possible in part by disinformation campaigns which whitewashed the history of the Marcos era.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
Further south and inland, the Sierra de Aracena in Andalusia brings a tapestry of cork forests, rolling hills, and pueblos blancos — whitewashed towns where tradition thrives in every plaza.
—Spain Tourism, Miami Herald, 18 Dec. 2025
Rob Crossan, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Feb. 2026
By then, investigators had checked Guthrie’s flat, whitewashed roof and probed her septic tank with a long pole.
—Paige Williams, New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2026
Sleek chrome furniture, a chef-grade kitchen, and whitewashed walls bring light in.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
Its pristine, whitewashed aesthetic often evokes the charm of the Greek Islands.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Jan. 2026
Visitors and locals alike appreciate the Spanish Colonial Revival-style architecture, whitewashed adobe buildings, and red-tile roofs nestled at the foot of the Santa Ynez Mountains, bordering the Pacific Ocean.
—Chantelle Kincy, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
In 2026, designers predict that what's underfoot will get darker and more colorful, rather than the light, whitewashed look that's on its way out.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026
Marcos Jr’s landslide victory in 2022 marked an extraordinary comeback for the notorious political family, which critics claimed was made possible in part by disinformation campaigns which whitewashed the history of the Marcos era.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
Further south and inland, the Sierra de Aracena in Andalusia brings a tapestry of cork forests, rolling hills, and pueblos blancos — whitewashed towns where tradition thrives in every plaza.
—Spain Tourism, Miami Herald, 18 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whitewashed
Verb
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The dog ignored him, and licked the boy’s face.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Mar. 2026
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The forward mix can’t be ignored.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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And, no, the controversial coach won’t likely be excused from his post anytime soon.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Before the Black Caucus lobbed this bomb at him, Pritzker would have been excused for thinking that his endorsement of a different Black woman would shield him from such criticism.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The way the Dodgers have spent money in recent years, one area that often gets overlooked is their ability to draft, trade for and develop prospects.—
Jack Vita,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2026
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At one point, Santana and his roommate were recording the incident from their balcony, which overlooked the unit Diagne is believed to have lived in.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The state argues Burton’s execution is justified.—
Abigail Brooks,
NBC news,
7 Mar. 2026
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Most fatal encounters involving police in Oklahoma are ultimately ruled justified under state law, a pattern that mirrors national trends.—
Stephen Martin,
Oklahoma Watch,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Big productivity gains might have explained things, but government data showed no sign of them.—
Paul Wiseman,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2026
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Among young adults with rectal cancer, 41% report rectal bleeding as their first symptom, compared with 27% of older adults, Dahut explained.—
Dr. Ishani D. Premaratne,
ABC News,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Once dry, these kernels are pressed to extract the oil and then deodorized.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
28 Aug. 2025
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After finding the currency and reporting it, the crew cleaned and deodorized the bills and returned all of the loot to the homeowner.—
Kirby Adams,
The Courier-Journal,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Whitewashed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whitewashed. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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