Definitions

hosing

[hoh-zing] / ˈhoʊ zɪŋ /

NOUN

abuse

Synonyms

STRONG

blame castigation censure curse curses defamation derision insults invective knifing libel obloquy opprobrium put down quinine reproach revilement scolding signifying slander swearing tirade upbraiding vilification vituperation

WEAK

bad-mouthing kicking around pushing around

Antonyms

STRONG

approval commendation compliment exaltation flattery praise

WEAK

acclamation adulation aid help plaudit preservation respect

NOUN

scam

Synonyms

STRONGEST

blackmail deceit deception extortion fraud hoax racket ripoff shakedown sham

STRONG

cheating con double-dealing flimflam hustle sting

WEAK

con game crooked deal dirty pool double cross fast one shady deal shell game snow job sucker game

NOUN

snow job

Synonyms

WEAK

bill of goods con conning flattery flimflam ripoff scam smoke and mirrors soft sell soft soap song and dance the business

Example Sentences

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Firefighters quickly began hosing down the smoking reactor -- "they didn't let the fire spread," Solovyov said.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

Jolie’s father and Nema spent the night of the fire hosing down the house in an attempt to ward off the flames.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2025

In Los Angeles County, local news showed those near the Hughes fire hosing down their homes and yards with water and others rushing to evacuate neighbourhoods.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2025

Over time, they made progress, hosing off embers and spot fires.

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2025

To make matters worse, Sophie caught me in the backyard hosing off my feet at the outdoor tap.

From "Schooled" by Gordon Korman

hosing

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