1
2
as in to fly
to withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval
the employee's story about missing the bus didn't wash with her manager
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in to splash
to flow in a broken irregular stream
soapy water washing down the drain
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in to wet
to make wet
rain washed the countryside for days on end
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
as in marsh
spongy land saturated or partially covered with water
an invasive species threatening the plants native to the region's washes
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of wash
Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 18 Feb. 2025
Any bedding should be washed regularly, which is also the case for a coverlet.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2025
So strike while the proverbial iron is hot so those fragrance molecules can nestle in.
Consider other scented products: If your go-to scent is also available as a body wash, lotion, bar soap, or even laundry detergent, incorporate those products into your routine.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for wash
Verb
Ensure that the stations are clean, the technicians wash their hands between clients, the pedicure bowls are thoroughly disinfected, and the tools are sanitized.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 18 Feb. 2025
Any bedding should be washed regularly, which is also the case for a coverlet.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
Noun
Days 23-25: The Laundry Room Day 23: Designate bins for everyday washes, delicates, darks, and whites to keep clothes from piling up on the floor.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2025
So strike while the proverbial iron is hot so those fragrance molecules can nestle in.
Consider other scented products: If your go-to scent is also available as a body wash, lotion, bar soap, or even laundry detergent, incorporate those products into your routine.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for wash
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wash
Verb
-
Sanjay Kanojia / NurPhoto via Getty Images More than 10 million people had bathed by 8 a.m., authorities said, with more expected.—
Reuters,
NBC News,
12 Feb. 2025
-
Held every 12 years at one of four places in India, the Kumbh Mela is considered to be an especially auspicious time to bathe in the Triveni Sangam—the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers—for purification from sin.—
Alan Taylor,
The Atlantic,
4 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
The demonstrator flew 10 more subsonic flights, then went supersonic for the first time on Jan. 28 of this year.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2025
-
Listen to this article A New Jersey man flying from Miami to Newark has been arrested for threatening flight attendants with violence, harassing other passengers and yelling racist slurs while banging on the cockpit door and demanding to see the pilot, federal prosecutors announced Monday.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
11 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
Fins Up Water Park at Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau Nassau, Bahamas The Fins Up Water Park at Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau offers four water slides, a FlowRider boogie board simulator, and a 10-foot dive board that sends guests splashing into an ultra-deep pool.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA TODAY,
10 Feb. 2025
-
Taking a cue from the drapery and matching bolster, Mackin splashed the trim in Farrow & Ball's French Gray (No. 18) to standout against walls painted in Sherwin-Williams' Alabaster.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
This keeps the plant roots wet longer and can lead to the formation of fungal diseases and root rot.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
24 Jan. 2025
-
Movies like High Tension (2003) and Martyrs (2008) would have even Eli Roth wetting his knickers, and Inside is no exception.—
Huntley Woods,
EW.com,
19 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
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
-
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
Verb
-
The arrival in town of Eugene Allerton (Starkey), a young student, stirs William into finally establishing a meaningful connection with someone.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2025
-
That year, the real estate dealings of two ministers, involving government bungalows, also stirred controversy.—
Nicholas Yong,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
-
Many of the belts with these spoons attached to the ends were found in a marsh in Denmark called Illerup Ådal, along with thousands of other weapons and pieces of military equipment.—
Joshua Rapp Learn,
Discover Magazine,
30 Jan. 2025
-
Moreover, after the fire died, researchers at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories found high concentrations of toxic heavy metals in the nearby mudflats and marshes.—
Dan Walters,
The Mercury News,
1 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
All work together in Torriden’s baby-blue Dive In Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Serum to draw and seal in major moisture to give skin a glassy glow without any harsh exfoliation.—
Devon Abelman,
Allure,
11 Feb. 2025
-
And this cast was so incredible, such great troopers, such a beautiful ensemble to work with.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
11 Feb. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Wash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wash. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share