Wash away
/wɒʃ əˈweɪ/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To remove or erase something by the force of water, typically dirt, debris, or impurities.
- The heavy rain was enough to wash away the mud from the streets.
- After the flood, many homes were washed away, leaving only debris.
2. To cleanse or purify emotionally or spiritually.
- As the tears fell, they seemed to wash away her sadness.
- He felt relieved, as if the experience washed away his burden.
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