washout
Example Sentences
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In July, rides were canceled because of washout risks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026
Saturday's weather forecast is horrendous, possibly a complete washout.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
Each participant completed two separate 28-day diet periods with a 28-day washout period in between.
From Science Daily ● May 22, 2026
The washout gave each side one point, and left Australia unable to catch up.
From Barron's ● Feb. 17, 2026
One started up the washout, running between us and the fire.
From "Where the Red Fern Grows" by Wilson Rawls
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