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To wash something by rinsing or flooding with water
“A shower with only rainfall enough to nicely wash out the gutters would carry much filth into the pond where it would be deposited.”
To whiten, typically by the removal of color
“She did not like the effect. Not only did she not look like herself, but the color seemed to wash out her face, making her look both unfriendly and slightly ill.”
To fail, especially in spectacular fashion
“They test us on what we are taught and many fail and wash out.”
(figurative) To cause to become tired, weary or fatigued
“It's the busy professionals who are too frazzled from family, and too washed out from work.”
To rinse or freshen one's mouth with a liquid
To clean something, especially with a swab
To unblock, typically by flushing or cleaning
To change or cause to change to a different, less attractive colour
To overwhelm with large amounts or quantities
To remove completely, leaving no trace
To clean or bathe oneself with soap and water
To nullify or put an end to, especially formally
To discharge from a job or position
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