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noun

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verb

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as in to rinse
to pour liquid over or through in order to cleanse use this cleaner to flush the drain in the sink

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as in to blush
to develop a rosy facial color (as from excitement or embarrassment) he flushed deeply upon hearing the compliment

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Recent Examples of flush
Adjective
Designed to attach to any pair of bib shorts and sit flush under any cycling jersey, the Aerobag is basically a TPU vest equipped with a proprietary CO2 canister and nine motion sensors. — Adam Schram, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 Some minor glowing around the edges might be a byproduct of the combination of front lighting and a flush screen. — Terrence O'Brien, The Verge, 9 Oct. 2026
Noun
Ruffy successfully defended Tsarukyan’s early takedown attempts, but the Armenian changed levels late in the round before switching to an elbow that landed flush. — ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026 Better Bathroom Habits for Preventing Bacteria Spread While this information might seem scary, there’s no need to disinfect the whole room after every ordinary flush. — Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 20 Sep. 2026
Verb
Most people flush away a surprising amount of health information every day. — Angela Haupt, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 Suddenly something flushed in front of me — a gray-brown bird whose speed increased rapidly. — Gerald R. Hunter, Outdoor Life, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flush
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flush
Adjective
  • And, two, it’s being touted as a way to give you the lean, tanned look of a Barbie doll without ultraviolet radiation exposure.
    — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • How the Sun Affects Acne Sun exposure may cause acne to temporarily look better simply because tanned skin makes marks on skin less noticeable.
    — Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 July 2026
Adjective
  • Each time a shutter fires, and each time a tire squeals, involves countless pieces working together to deliver a smooth outcome.
    — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Scientists expected the asteroid’s surface to be a smooth, sandy sphere where OSIRIS-REx could seamlessly touch down.
    — Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 20 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • This lunar event shifts the energetic landscape significantly.
    — Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Now, the Andrés group is back with an equally glamorous restaurant, one that highlights aged steaks in an energetic and theatrical setting.
    — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • And one health care consultancy that finds doctors and mental health care for wealthy families charges retainers starting at $30,000 for 50 hours.
    — Molly A. Wallace, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
  • As trust in America weakens further, other wealthy nations will make the same calculation.
    — Fareed Zakaria, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • Taylor received the medication in four pre-filled syringes, but wanted a lower dose.
    — Kara McGrath, Allure, 15 Sep. 2026
  • New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania have introduced or passed legislation penalizing the practice and requiring employers to disclose hiring timelines or remove filled postings, while Texas has opened its own investigation into a major job board.
    — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 4 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Raman’s office didn’t comment on that assertion, but Stahl said that the Bureau of Street Services isn’t funded to repair damaged sidewalks, and the responsibility falls to the adjacent property owners.
    — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026
  • There's one accessible suite with an entry ramp, adjacent parking, and an en suite bathroom with a shower handrail.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • To mimic the color scheme found in her outfit, Doja’s makeup consisted of a bright pink lippie and coordinating pink blush.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Sinot kept the angelic vibes going with a bubblegum pink blush and lined mauve lip, plus lots of lashes and a little body glitter across Larsson's chest.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Expect dim conditions to fade leaf patterns and limit blooms or new plantlets.
    — Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 21 Oct. 2026
  • El Niño could be a significant contributor to the growth of harmful algal blooms, according to a 2022 study published in Nature Communications Earth and Environment.
    — Finnegan Belleau, Chicago Tribune, 21 Oct. 2026

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“Flush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flush. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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