as in bathed
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
washed city streets glistened with the light of the lampposts
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as in flew
to withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval
the employee's story about missing the bus didn't wash with her manager
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as in bubbled
to flow in a broken irregular stream
soapy water washing down the drain
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as in wet
to make wet
rain washed the countryside for days on end
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Recent Examples of washed
Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
Many people rely on pre-washed salad mix for its convenience.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 6 Apr. 2026
As far as the yellow bed sheets go, this feels like the truest butter yellow—still pastel but not white-washed.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 20 Mar. 2026
Better Homes & Gardens Paisley Medallion Cotton Quilt To keep you cool throughout the warmer seasons, the BHG x Walmart quilt is made from 100% cotton with a pre-washed and pre-shrunk cotton fill for maximum softness, comfort, and breathability.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
Both are formulated with ultra-fine rice starches that dissipate without a trace and absorb product buildup for that just-washed, clean look.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 22 Feb. 2026
The cast represented far more body and ethnic diversity than the white-washed, super-thin standard of 2003.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
Eddie Bauer Queen-Size Troutdale Green Quilt Set Eddie Bauer’s light gray plaid quilt set comes pre-washed for extra softness.
—Kenedee Fowler, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025
Pre-washed greens, like those in salad kits, aren’t immune to these issues.
—Danielle Zickl, Health, 26 Sep. 2025
Lizzie Johnson, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
Opposite Paul Newman, she was featured as a character known as Lucille, The Girl, who sensuously washed his car in an iconic scene from 1967's Cool Hand Luke.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of stone washing, Artistic Milliners, Endrime and Denim Theater curated an installation of archival stone washed pieces and contemporary designs washed with new technologies from Tonello, Officina+39, HMS and LandRe.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 2026
Someone got off their phone, then begin to cut pizza dough with their bare hands that should have been washed between phone and pizza.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
His current favorite is the Pollock and Casper, the restaurant’s Gemini cocktail, a split base of gin and duck fat washed vodka, finished with saffron oil, designed to capture the duality the sign is known for.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 23 Apr. 2026
However, it should be noted that down should not be bleached or washed with fabric softener.
—Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 22 Apr. 2026
Hands washed, face refreshed, maybe a little skincare moment.
—Meredith Lepore, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
And roofs should generally not be power washed at all, as the force can damage shingles.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Since the vegetables are pre-washed, chopped, and handled more during processing, there is a higher risk of contamination.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
Many people rely on pre-washed salad mix for its convenience.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 6 Apr. 2026
As far as the yellow bed sheets go, this feels like the truest butter yellow—still pastel but not white-washed.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 20 Mar. 2026
Better Homes & Gardens Paisley Medallion Cotton Quilt To keep you cool throughout the warmer seasons, the BHG x Walmart quilt is made from 100% cotton with a pre-washed and pre-shrunk cotton fill for maximum softness, comfort, and breathability.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
Both are formulated with ultra-fine rice starches that dissipate without a trace and absorb product buildup for that just-washed, clean look.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 22 Feb. 2026
The cast represented far more body and ethnic diversity than the white-washed, super-thin standard of 2003.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
Eddie Bauer Queen-Size Troutdale Green Quilt Set Eddie Bauer’s light gray plaid quilt set comes pre-washed for extra softness.
—Kenedee Fowler, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025
Pre-washed greens, like those in salad kits, aren’t immune to these issues.
—Danielle Zickl, Health, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
Clothes were washed outdoors in a heavy barrel called a zhlukto, or carried to a nearby stream.
—Lizzie Johnson, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
Opposite Paul Newman, she was featured as a character known as Lucille, The Girl, who sensuously washed his car in an iconic scene from 1967's Cool Hand Luke.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of stone washing, Artistic Milliners, Endrime and Denim Theater curated an installation of archival stone washed pieces and contemporary designs washed with new technologies from Tonello, Officina+39, HMS and LandRe.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 2026
Someone got off their phone, then begin to cut pizza dough with their bare hands that should have been washed between phone and pizza.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
His current favorite is the Pollock and Casper, the restaurant’s Gemini cocktail, a split base of gin and duck fat washed vodka, finished with saffron oil, designed to capture the duality the sign is known for.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 23 Apr. 2026
However, it should be noted that down should not be bleached or washed with fabric softener.
—Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 22 Apr. 2026
Hands washed, face refreshed, maybe a little skincare moment.
—Meredith Lepore, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
And roofs should generally not be power washed at all, as the force can damage shingles.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for washed
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Going farther west, however, brightens the sky even more and anywhere west of a line from approximately central Michigan, going south through east-central Kentucky to the Gulf Coast will be bathed in full daylight.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Landmarks across the globe, from Prince’s beloved hometown Minnesota Twins baseball stadium, and NYC’s Times Square to Paris’ Eiffel Tower, were bathed in purple in honor of the maverick.—
Keith Murphy,
VIBE.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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The same day, the left-leaning Guardian and right-wing Daily Telegraph newspapers also splashed images on their front pages of Charles at the congressional dais.—
Freddie Clayton,
NBC news,
30 Apr. 2026
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In the painting, he is shown raising his fist as Secret Service agents surround him, blood splashed across his face.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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Sprinkle an inch or two on top of the soil, then wet it with a hose to prevent the paper from blowing around.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2026
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Blot — don’t rub — and avoid over-wetting the mattress, which can lead to mold growth if moisture gets trapped inside.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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The tongs used to pull hot dogs and taquitos off the eternally turning roller grill didn’t get washed, rinsed and sanitized when in use for four hours.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
20 Apr. 2026
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Recycling bins can get even funkier thanks to sticky bottles or cans that weren’t rinsed thoroughly.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026
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Data center plans have stirred public controversy due to the massive needs of water and energy to run the them, and nearby residents worry could centers could sap up their own resources and drive up electric bills.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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And yet, here in April, with the run-in upon the club and its biggest knockout match for 30 years coming into view at Wembley, Longstaff stirred those emotions again.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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First, in your home, be sure to repair toilets or sinks that keep running, dripping, or leaking.—
Ashley Portillo,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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It’s called ‘Spiral’ and it’s set in 1980s Ireland and dripping in folklore, repression and the strangeness of the Irish countryside.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
17 Apr. 2026
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In conclusion, the owner had only care and compassion for everyone who worked for him, and the baristas would be willing to testify to this.—
Saïd Sayrafiezadeh,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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Scott Dochterman Dane Brugler’s analysis A four-year starter, Zuhn worked primarily at left tackle in former offensive coordinator Collin Klein’s balanced scheme.—
Sam Warren,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Yet frustration amongst some Prince fans has bubbled over.—
Keith Murphy,
VIBE.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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The accusations bubbled up following Barnum-Dann’s announcement of plans to open four new concepts within the year, including three at the new Tower Broadway building.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Washed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/washed. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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