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as in to ignore
to dismiss as of little importance
refused to whitewash the governor's chronic disregard for the truth
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as in to excuse
to make (something) seem less bad by offering excuses
don't try to whitewash your rudeness by claiming that you were having a bad day
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as in vindication
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as in washout
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Recent Examples of whitewash
Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 24 Oct. 2024
Albeit apprehensive and fearful that the Black Girls Tennis Club would be whitewashed, the inaugural cohort of participants developed a close bond.
—Essence, 17 Oct. 2024
Todd Boss, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
It’s known as the most reliable wave in Washington, thanks to the rock jetty that helps shape the swell and deliver point breaks, while the sandy bottom and frothy whitewash (that’s the foam after a wave breaks close to shore) offer a less intimidating option for learning.
—Graham Averill, Outside Online, 28 July 2024
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Verb
The home retains much of its historic charm with hardwood plank floors, whitewashed wood doors, exposed beamwork, and vintage tin ceilings in several rooms.
—Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 24 Oct. 2024
Albeit apprehensive and fearful that the Black Girls Tennis Club would be whitewashed, the inaugural cohort of participants developed a close bond.
—Essence, 17 Oct. 2024
Noun
Johns brothers continue to make a statement this week with the first 4-0 whitewash of a team of the weekend, defeating the hapless Columbus Sliders.
—Todd Boss, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
It’s known as the most reliable wave in Washington, thanks to the rock jetty that helps shape the swell and deliver point breaks, while the sandy bottom and frothy whitewash (that’s the foam after a wave breaks close to shore) offer a less intimidating option for learning.
—Graham Averill, Outside Online, 28 July 2024
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Kimberly Clausing, a former Treasury Department official in the Biden administration and a UCLA professor of tax law, said the GOP will probably overestimate the revenue from tariffs and ignore the negative economic impact of the duties.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Speaking with SiriusXM, Gramm lamented that Foreigner’s request to have its original members perform a medley of greatest hits was ignored — instead, younger artists Kelly Clarkson and Demi Lovato, as well as friend of the group Sammy Hagar, were chosen to perform on their behalf.Devon Ivie, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
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The jury deliberated for two hours before being excused for the night.Jenna Sundel, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
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But what about the millions of people who’ve already had their debt excused over the past four years?Annie Nova, CNBC, 20 Nov. 2024
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This became a moment of vindication for the women who had been forced into silence for so many years.Jamie Lang, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
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While widely expected in Washington, Republicans' success marks a vindication of the GOP's strategy heading into the 2024 election cycle.Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 5 Nov. 2024
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But Singles’ Day 2024 wasn't the washout that many had feared.Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Still, Thursday wasn’t a complete washout, thanks in part to cruise ships and cigarettes.Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2024
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More from Personal Finance: Thanksgiving meals are expected to be cheaper in 2024 Could Trump reinstate forgiven student debt?Lorie Konish, CNBC, 21 Nov. 2024
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Between the lines: Even if the Department of Education is left intact, changes are likely, as the Trump administration is unlikely to continue the Biden administration's efforts to expand LGBTQ+ and gender equality protections or forgive student debt, Rosinger said.Ivana Saric, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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The other side: The Nooksack Tribal Council declined to comment this week, but justified the evictions in a statement released this month by asserting its sovereign right to govern housing on tribal lands and to prioritize the needs of its current members.Christine Clarridge, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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There and elsewhere, the songs punch above the weight necessary for Christmas fluff, but most fail to clear the bar of justifying their presence in an already padded runtime.Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 17 Nov. 2024
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The key question: What does death awareness do to people? After writing about death, people tend to quickly move on, pushing thoughts of it from consciousness with distractions, rationalizations, and other tactics.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
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This includes adding stores, evaluating existing units and rationalization and revamping marketing to drive traffic as well as brand awareness.Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
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Take the story of a professional setback, like missing out on a promotion.Chris Westfall, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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Florida's housing market has been hit by numerous setbacks of late, including extreme weather, high insurance costs and a myriad of new safety regulations pushing up homeowner association costs.Aliss Higham, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
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“Whitewash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whitewash. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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