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as in tanned
having a healthy reddish skin tone
was flush after getting out of the hot bath
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as in plane
having a surface without bends, breaks, or irregularities
the flush paneling on the door gives it a very plain and dull look
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as in energetic
having active strength of body or mind
a flush, healthy man of 65
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as in wealthy
having goods, property, or money in abundance
she's very flush now that she has her inheritance
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as in filled
possessing or covered with great numbers or amounts of something specified
a field flush with flowers
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as in adjacent
having a border in common
the front yard's floral border is flush with the sidewalk
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as in blush
a rosy appearance (of the cheeks)
looked for a flush on her cheeks as evidence of a fever
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as in bloom
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
was in the flush of his youth
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as in burst
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
a flush of patriotic pride
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Recent Examples of flush
Cierra Black, Essence, 6 May 2025
While carbon-rich asteroids like Bennu and Ryugu aren’t flush with precious metals, other asteroids have more valuable contents.
—Mary Magnuson, The Conversation, 13 May 2025
Cierra Black, Essence, 6 May 2025
For color, celebrity makeup artist Fabiola recommends using a hue that’s one shade darker than the natural lip shade for a healthy, youthful flush.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 2 May 2025
Adam Williams
may 19, New Atlas, 19 May 2025
After the session, a friend came to pick Priest up and was surprised to find his face flushed.
—Michael Pollan, New Yorker, 19 May 2025
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Adjective
Similar to its dew drop counterpart, the flush consists of niacinimide, watermelon extract, and centella asiatica for their brightening and calming properties.
—Cierra Black, Essence, 6 May 2025
While carbon-rich asteroids like Bennu and Ryugu aren’t flush with precious metals, other asteroids have more valuable contents.
—Mary Magnuson, The Conversation, 13 May 2025
Noun
The flush comes in two shades: Watermelon Flush, a lighter pink tone, and Berry Flush, a deeper, plum-like shade.
—Cierra Black, Essence, 6 May 2025
For color, celebrity makeup artist Fabiola recommends using a hue that’s one shade darker than the natural lip shade for a healthy, youthful flush.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 2 May 2025
Verb
This is small and simple, and consists of a sink, shower, and a flushing toilet.
—Adam Williams
may 19, New Atlas, 19 May 2025
After the session, a friend came to pick Priest up and was surprised to find his face flushed.
—Michael Pollan, New Yorker, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flush
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Host Jennifer Lopez opened the show with an energetic dance number to a medley that included a mashup of songs by Beyoncé, Eilish, Shaboozey, Chappell Roan and more.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
27 May 2025
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Rod Stewart, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award, closed out the evening with an energetic performance.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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Big Little Lies Kidman has yet another incredible performance in a gripping drama about the dark undercurrents of a wealthy coastal community in California.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
3 June 2025
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The central couple, Lovie Simone’s ambitious, working-class Keisha and Justin, a wealthy but lost prep schooler played by Michael Cooper Jr., feel more vivid and specific than the original characters.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
3 June 2025
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Listen to this article These are crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and adjacent communities between May 20 and May 26, 2025.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2025
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With daily live music and an adjacent outdoor pool deck lined with firepits, the space is designed to bring people together.—
Annie Archer,
Travel + Leisure,
27 May 2025
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Choose from six colors, like blush, navy, and black.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
People.com,
1 June 2025
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Spickard used Tom Ford’s Cherry Blaze blush and Givenchy’s Prisme Libre in Popeline Mimosa to up Miller’s glow factor.—
Tayler Adigun,
Essence,
28 May 2025
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Future Society does not use the DNA to regrow the extinct blooms.—
Nicole Mowbray,
CNN Money,
30 May 2025
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Although the worst of this year’s crisis appears to be over, the center still has its work cut out to tend to the sick animals and prepare for the next bloom.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Short bursts of revenue can flatter results but may not create lasting value, so make decisions with a long horizon in mind.—
Ayo Adepoju,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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The successful challenge appeared to give Florida a burst of energy, but the Panthers could not convert on any of their chances in the shutout loss.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
27 May 2025
Verb
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If your machines are not designed to wash, rinse, and spin-dry such bulky items, a large duvet could ruin the spin mechanism.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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Clean your case For plastic or silicone: Wash with warm soapy water, rinse and air dry.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2025
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When reached by Vulture to comment on the apparent reference to her case, Carroll had only glowing words about her attorney.—
Victoria Bekiempis,
Vulture,
2 June 2025
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How to Use: Start with a fresh canvas—exfoliate the day before to sweep away dead skin and prep for a smooth, even glow.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 June 2025
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“Flush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flush. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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