1
as in faded
lacking intensity of color
the supposedly rich rose she had chosen for the house unexpectedly came out a washy pinkish shade
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2
as in thin
not containing very much of some important element
the economy needs some strong medicine right now, and our leaders are offering only washy gruel
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Recent Examples of washy
What wasn’t though was the wishy-washy nature laced along the rest of that news release.
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oregonlive, 30 Jan. 2020
Despite the occasional box-checking, wishy-washy comment slapping Beijing on the wrist for the worst of its abuses, the reality is that the former vice president’s support of the People’s Republic of China is deep and longstanding.
—Tom Cotton, National Review, 11 Mar. 2020
Joe Biden’s wishy-washy foreign policy record could be a liability for him in the wake of President Trump’s ordered strike that killed Iranian Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani.
—Emily Larsen, Washington Examiner, 7 Jan. 2020
There’s a big part of me now wondering if either the Ducks or the Beavers should even want the wishy-washy act of Williams.
—John Canzano | The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 27 Sep. 2019
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oregonlive, 30 Jan. 2020
Despite the occasional box-checking, wishy-washy comment slapping Beijing on the wrist for the worst of its abuses, the reality is that the former vice president’s support of the People’s Republic of China is deep and longstanding.
—Tom Cotton, National Review, 11 Mar. 2020
Joe Biden’s wishy-washy foreign policy record could be a liability for him in the wake of President Trump’s ordered strike that killed Iranian Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani.
—Emily Larsen, Washington Examiner, 7 Jan. 2020
There’s a big part of me now wondering if either the Ducks or the Beavers should even want the wishy-washy act of Williams.
—John Canzano | The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 27 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for washy
Adjective
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Notably, a very faded painting of the crucifixion scene with Jesus on the cross was also uncovered, the image of his crown of thorns sticking out from an orange and yellow backdrop.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
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Gap High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans These wide-leg jeans are designed in a light blue wash with whiskered and faded details, and flared, bell-like hems.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2025
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Despite that thinner profile, Corelle says its triple-layered glass plates and bowls are chip- and crack-resistant — a claim that’s backed up with a three-year warranty.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The horizon is low and the pale blue sky occupies most of the monumental canvas.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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The pool of money is far less — $15 million. Between the lines: These basketball earnings pale compared with how much football programs are paid.—
Analis Bailey,
Axios,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The company reported net income of $21.1 million, or $1.39 per diluted share, compared to $23.9 million, or $1.55 per diluted share, in the previous year.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
28 Mar. 2025
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In the year, net income was $3.1 million, or 5 cents a diluted share, down from $27.9 million, or 43 cents, in fiscal 2023.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
WWD,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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While most of the snow is expected to be light, heavy snow will set in across northern New England states in the afternoon, with Maine expected to see between 4 and 8 inches.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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The front area of the building will hold office space with a shop area in back for light maintenance on equipment.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Vinegar, which is really dilute acetic acid, will help the milk curdle by further denaturing the whey proteins and neutralizing negative charges at the surface of casein micelles.—
Liz Roth-Johnson,
Discover Magazine,
12 Feb. 2013
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However toxic a substance may be, the amount of exposure received by the general population is very dilute.—
George Johnson,
Discover Magazine,
8 July 2013
Adjective
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Miracle leave-in product: on sale for $28 (30% off) Original price: $40 (Ulta) Dealing with dull or damaged hair?—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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No race including Bianco or Jenner should ever be dull, though, and this one likely won’t be either.—
Thomas Elias,
The Mercury News,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Washy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/washy. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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