wash out
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"Physicists call this trait universality -- the messy, microscopic details wash out and only a few essential features survive," explains Jason Alicea, William K. Davis Professor of Theoretical Physics.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026
He found that many of the chemical residues in cotton and cotton-rich garments can wash out during laundering, but also that chemicals can migrate more readily from cotton than polyester into sweat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
Parke Skelton, a retired veteran Democratic political consultant, said that he expects the slate mailers, field volunteers and other support that each organization can provide their endorsed candidate will wash out.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
The $15 million lesson was expensive, and the suspension of Kimmel was a stain that won’t wash out easily.
From Salon ● May 13, 2026
"A good act does not wash out the bad, nor a bad act the good. Each should have its own reward. You were a hero and a smuggler."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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