Wash Away (Verb)
Meaning 1
Remove by the application of water or other liquid and soap or some other cleaning agent; "he washed the dirt from his coat"; "The nurse washed away the blood"; "Can you wash away the spots on the windows?"; "he managed to wash out the stains".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The floodwaters were strong enough to wash away the foundation of the old bridge.
- The nurse gently washed away the dirt and debris from the wound with sterile water.
- After the storm, the rain helped to wash away the scattered debris on the street.
- Try using soap and warm water to wash away the stubborn grease on the surface.
- A strong current can wash away the sand from the beach in a matter of days.
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Meaning 2
Eliminate; "wash away all the differences".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Time can wash away the memories of past conflicts and bring people together.
- The charity event aimed to wash away the social stigma associated with mental health issues.
- Her apologies seemed genuine, and they helped to wash away the hurt she had caused.
- The organization's mission is to wash away the economical barriers that prevent underprivileged students from getting a quality education.
- The company's new policies are designed to wash away the stereotype that their products are only for the wealthy.