salt away
Example Sentences
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The concept of saving to retire early, or FIRE, an acronym for “Financially Independent, Retire Early,” has evolved as a result, as adherents salt away more money and prepare for volatility in future markets.
From Barron's • Jan. 10, 2026
Offensively, the Trojans have mostly protected Williams and they’ve shown they can ride the run game to salt away a victory like they did Saturday against Washington State.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2022
He caught four passes for 56 yards but the only thing he’ll remember from his debut is the pair of costly drops, one of which could have helped Denver salt away the win.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 17, 2020
They slowed down their offense trying to salt away the lead, and instead the Eagles stormed back.
From Washington Post • Mar. 20, 2015
He carried it over to the skin and poured the water out in a huge wave, washing the rest of the salt away.
From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
