Wash Down (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Flow freely; "The body washed down the river".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Examples

• The loud, rushing water washed down the mountain during the heavy rainfall.
• The muddy stream washed down into the valley causing concern for nearby residents.
• Heavy rain washed down the streets overnight leaving them flooded and slippery.
• Fresh water washed down from the melting glacier and filled the newly formed lake.
• Rapids washed down the narrow riverbed, creating a thrilling ride for adventurous kayakers.

Synonyms

• Flush Down

Meaning ²

Eat food accompanied by lots of liquid; also use metaphorically; "She washed down her dinner with a bottle of red wine"; "He washes down his worries with a nightly glass of whisky".

Classification

Verbs of eating and drinking.

Examples

• She washed down the spicy tacos with a large glass of milk to soothe her burning tongue.
• He usually washes down his sadness with a good book that takes his mind elsewhere.
• After a long, tiring day, he washes down his stress with a hot shower and a warm cup of tea.
• The exhausted hiker washed down the dry, energy bar with a refreshing swig of cold water from her canteen.
• The young couple washed down their argument with a romantic weekend getaway to a beach resort.