wash over
phrasal verb
washed over; washing over; washes over
1
: to affect or be felt by (someone) thoroughly and deeply
I felt relief washing over me.
Just close your eyes and let the music wash over you.
2
: to appear on (a person's face) suddenly
A look of surprise washed over his face.
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The shirt comes in classic colors like white, black, and beige, and has held up to numerous washes over the years.
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Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
Squat blue and white houses sit serenely on either side of the Dedeaux property, windswept but relatively untouched as the evening light washes over them.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN, 17 Jan. 2025
As Jagriti played, an easy thought came to Dev, an idea washing over his mind without resistance.
—Kanak Kapur, The New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2025
Everyday commotions fade away, and a renewing sense of calm washes over you.
—Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
Squat blue and white houses sit serenely on either side of the Dedeaux property, windswept but relatively untouched as the evening light washes over them.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN, 17 Jan. 2025
As Jagriti played, an easy thought came to Dev, an idea washing over his mind without resistance.
—Kanak Kapur, The New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2025
Everyday commotions fade away, and a renewing sense of calm washes over you.
—Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Wash over.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wash%20over. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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