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as in tanned
having a healthy reddish skin tone
was flush after getting out of the hot bath
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as in plane
having a surface without bends, breaks, or irregularities
the flush paneling on the door gives it a very plain and dull look
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as in energetic
having active strength of body or mind
a flush, healthy man of 65
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as in wealthy
having goods, property, or money in abundance
she's very flush now that she has her inheritance
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as in filled
possessing or covered with great numbers or amounts of something specified
a field flush with flowers
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as in adjacent
having a border in common
the front yard's floral border is flush with the sidewalk
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as in blush
a rosy appearance (of the cheeks)
looked for a flush on her cheeks as evidence of a fever
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as in bloom
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
was in the flush of his youth
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as in burst
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
a flush of patriotic pride
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Recent Examples of flush
Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2026
Hudson kept the iridescent theme going for her beauty look, accentuating her features with a frosty white eyeshadow, black eyeliner, and a soft rose flush on her cheeks and lips.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
Ethan Stone, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
Avoid summer pruning, which results in a flush of susceptible new leaves.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
And also, dogs would be used to flush out deer hiding in bushes or in steep terrain, to expose them to waiting sharpshooters.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 9 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
The appropriation, which came as part of the President’s domestic-spending bill, has kept ICE flush with cash during the shutdown.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2026
Hudson kept the iridescent theme going for her beauty look, accentuating her features with a frosty white eyeshadow, black eyeliner, and a soft rose flush on her cheeks and lips.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
Noun
The smart toilet likewise features a self-cleaning foam shield and high-power flush that reduces maintenance while ensuring daily sanitation without harsh chemicals.
—Ethan Stone, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
Avoid summer pruning, which results in a flush of susceptible new leaves.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
Verb
The Calypso Deep collects waste from the surrounding sea over time with almost no mechanism to flush it out.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
And also, dogs would be used to flush out deer hiding in bushes or in steep terrain, to expose them to waiting sharpshooters.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flush
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The ex-spies blended in nicely among the engineers, techies, and tanned retirees from law enforcement and government-adjacent jobs.—
Adam Ciralsky,
Vanity Fair,
19 Mar. 2026
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But this gorgeous pair of tanned leather mules has a cork insole and a natural rubber sole for a super high-quality step.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
10 Mar. 2026
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The energetic patrons witnessed a workman-like effort.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2026
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But this was another contest that illustrated the growing familiarity with the manager’s system, as Kostas Mavropanos shone in the middle of a combative back three, while Mateus Fernandes brought defensive tenacity behind an energetic front three.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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Instead of becoming wealthy through oil, the people of the Niger Delta have paid a heavy price for it.—
Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
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On the other hand, clearly this is not very popular with extremely wealthy individuals who help fund campaigns.—
Brad Hamilton,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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The new system allows citations to be transmitted electronically and enter the court records system pre-filled.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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This comforter is pre-filled and designed to be two inches wider than standard sizes for an extra-plush feel and complete bed coverage.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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Candidates from all walks of life run for Congress each election cycle, from backgrounds in politics and government to adjacent fields such as law or public policy, but some hopefuls are leveraging their public profile as media personalities to help drive their campaigns.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
23 Mar. 2026
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To be fair, all these components are present in Court Street Grocers’ standard Italian combo, too—but the result, in that case, is less adjacent to perfection, with too many strong notes competing for the same frequencies.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2026
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The Potter reboot is a hugely important big bet for HBO, so even this first blush reaction from fans can matter.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Mar. 2026
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Flush Balm blush in shade Bespoke awakens her cheeks with ease.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
24 Mar. 2026
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With a spicy-sweet broth, fat pieces of white fish, and coins of petite potatoes, this feel-good bowl will satisfy from last snow to first bloom.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Mar. 2026
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This week's quiz highlights Costco food cravings, bridal blooms and blossoms — and a whole lot more.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
22 Mar. 2026
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For a burst of contrasting sweetness, toss in some pomegranate seeds along with a drizzle of hot honey and a tuft of fresh mint too.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Mar. 2026
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Booker led the Longhorns out of the break with the third-quarter burst that quickly settled the outcome.—
Jim Vertuno,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Flush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flush. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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