whitewash

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At the time of writing, 43% of respondents to a BBC Sport poll predict another Six Nations whitewash for their side.

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026

“Because them trying to whitewash the investigation into the death of Keith Porter is a nonstarter. We’re not going to allow that to happen.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

The series gives Pakistan another T20 whitewash of Australia, following a 2–0 victory in 2010 and a 3–0 sweep in 2018, providing a timely boost ahead of next week's T20 World Cup.

From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026

He said they had sent workers to whitewash the wall.

From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026

Ikaika says, and he opens his eyes in time to see the second surfer get eaten by whitewash.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila