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as in tanned
having a healthy reddish skin tone
was flush after getting out of the hot bath
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as in plane
having a surface without bends, breaks, or irregularities
the flush paneling on the door gives it a very plain and dull look
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as in energetic
having active strength of body or mind
a flush, healthy man of 65
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as in wealthy
having goods, property, or money in abundance
she's very flush now that she has her inheritance
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as in filled
possessing or covered with great numbers or amounts of something specified
a field flush with flowers
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as in adjacent
having a border in common
the front yard's floral border is flush with the sidewalk
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as in blush
a rosy appearance (of the cheeks)
looked for a flush on her cheeks as evidence of a fever
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as in bloom
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
was in the flush of his youth
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as in burst
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
a flush of patriotic pride
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Recent Examples of flush
Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2025
Instead, open up space at the bud union for basal breaks by sawing out undesirable canes flush at the bud union.
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2025
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 24 Jan. 2025
The playful, awkward negotiations between Samuel and Romy at the beginning of their tryst shrewdly communicate the difficulties of turning a flush of desire into action.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
Julia Marnin, Sacramento Bee, 3 Feb. 2025
Jelly donut blush is the perfect way to get that Sabrina Carpenter flushed glow.
—Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 13 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Read on for family-friendly getaways, cozy spots that are flush with amenities and views, romantic retreats, along with several spots to get your hygge on in the wilderness.
—Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2025
Instead, open up space at the bud union for basal breaks by sawing out undesirable canes flush at the bud union.
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2025
Noun
Madison kept to her usual: a light pink lip, smoked out eyeliner, and a flush of blush.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 24 Jan. 2025
The playful, awkward negotiations between Samuel and Romy at the beginning of their tryst shrewdly communicate the difficulties of turning a flush of desire into action.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
Verb
After the Marine’s overdose, White flushed the pills down a toilet, at Whisenant’s direction, prosecutors said.
—Julia Marnin, Sacramento Bee, 3 Feb. 2025
Jelly donut blush is the perfect way to get that Sabrina Carpenter flushed glow.
—Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 13 Jan. 2025
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Plus this episode also delivers peak unhinged Lex while he's stranded on an island post-plane crash and suffering from malaria, which leads to a moment that teases his natural killer instincts that he's kept so well hidden from Clark, and the world, so far.—
Christian Holub,
EW.com,
16 Oct. 2021
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But those cars were powered by pushrod engines with conventional cross-plane cranks.—
Rich Ceppos,
Car and Driver,
2 Oct. 2022
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Whatever the reason, pop the top and embrace this energetic, aromatic, and balanced to the very last drop.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Feb. 2025
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While the mood throughout the night was mostly energetic and festive, a few speakers took aim at Trump's policies.—
Axios,
Axios,
3 Feb. 2025
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Jacob Elordi plays Dorrigo Evans’ younger self, stumbling into an engagement with a girlfriend from a wealthy family (Olivia DeJonge) while falling in love with his uncle’s wife Amy (Odessa Young), a bohemian youngster who has clearly done some regrettable matrimonial stumbling herself.—
Stephanie Bunbury,
Deadline,
15 Feb. 2025
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But then the Birds sold 8% of their operation to two wealthy families in deals that valued the club at $8.1 billion and $8.3 billion, respectively.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
14 Feb. 2025
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The 360-acre preserve adjacent to the LEC and Deltona Regional Library is home to a variety of wildlife, including Florida scrub jays and gopher tortoises, which are drawn to the low vegetation and sandy ridges of the scrub habitat.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2025
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Scott County officials will also be at the meeting to provide information about the adjacent Highway 169/Bluff Drive overpass project in Sand Creek Township.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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Taylor-Joy wore her blond tresses in a sleek bun, while her makeup consisted of beige eyeliner, rosy blush and a coral pink lip.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
13 Feb. 2025
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Step 4: Vixen Eyes With blush and lips in place, Gonzalez is ready to put the finishing touches on the eyes.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
11 Feb. 2025
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Its blend of black amber plum, vanilla woods, and jasmine blooms creates an earthy and sophisticated combination.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
11 Feb. 2025
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At any point in music time, there is space for a floppy-haired, fresh-faced, four-piece guitar band in the bloom of its youth.—
Lily Moayeri,
SPIN,
7 Feb. 2025
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The Chiefs run offense hasn’t been the same since left guard Joe Thuney moved out to left tackle, and running back Isiah Pacheco hasn’t shown his typical burst after returning this season from a pair of injuries.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
8 Feb. 2025
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This occurs when an artery in the brain leaks or bursts and causes bleeding in the brain.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN,
7 Feb. 2025
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Those who find residue on their body can rinse the area with fresh water and scrape it off.—
Nathan Diller,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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The after: alone in a quiet kitchen, rinsing out wine glasses and marveling over how little the whole thing cost me.—
Kendra Vaculin,
Bon Appétit,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Flush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flush. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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