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as in to splash
to flow in a broken irregular stream
water plashed down the drain
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Recent Examples of plash
The sea plashes in the dark out there, the trees whisper.
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Smith Henderson, Popular Mechanics, 20 Nov. 2017
Smith Henderson, Popular Mechanics, 20 Nov. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plash
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Cavaliers’ 3-point barrage The Indiana Pacers don’t give up 3s, and the Cleveland Cavaliers splash them in from everywhere.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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In Lao culture, splashing friends and strangers with water symbolizes washing away the past year’s misfortunes and inviting good health, wealth and luck.—
Christopher Torres,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2025
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Since Trump assumed office in January, the Bay Area has rippled with frequent protests — both against his actions and the work of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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For companies ready to meet this moment, whether that is through community garden projects or other volunteer opportunities, the opportunity is clear: help people do good together, and that good will ripple outward—into the workplace, the community, and beyond. Follow me on Twitter or LinkedIn.—
Michael Sheldrick,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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My sleep was interrupted by images of the ice splattered with blood.—
Maya Silver,
Outside Online,
20 Apr. 2025
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And she’ll likely be left in the same state as Abby at the end of Episode 2, walking back to Seattle, her face splattered in blood, a look of hurt, not satisfaction, etched across her face.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
20 Apr. 2025
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Afterward, wash the cleanser off with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel.4 Some people with sensitive skin find that cleansing with water in the morning is sufficient, and over-cleansing with products can irritate their skin.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
15 May 2025
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Before washing, inspect the area for any cracks or damage and repair them as needed.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
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Flight disruptions are becoming more common nationwide amid layoffs and staffing shortages, and these issues are quickly bubbling over across the country—which is why having the right travel accessories on hand is more important now than ever before.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
6 May 2025
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The frustration inside him boiled, images bubbling over in his mind.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
6 May 2025
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“Plash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plash. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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