wash one's hands of

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Synonyms of wash one's hands ofnext
: to disclaim interest in, responsibility for, or further connection with

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“Wash one's hands of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wash%20one%27s%20hands%20of. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.

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