flushed

Example Sentences

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Elevated volume last week feels like weak shareholders have been flushed out and a fresh regime of new investors has emerged.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Instead, the best of James Harden, Ivica Zubac and a finally healthy Kawhi Leonard has been flushed.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026

Silver prices “could get flushed out lower below $100 an ounce before returning back above the century mark,” Spina said.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 30, 2026

Olive and other experts further note that this freshwater would have likely flushed sewage and nutrients into the sea, thus drawing in bait fish and, in turn, sharks.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

Charles passed a hand over his damp, flushed forehead.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt