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to wash over
[phrase form: wash]
01
passer sans affecter, glisser sur
to happen without really affecting or bothering someone
Exemples
The criticism seemed to wash over them, leaving them focused on their objectives.
Les critiques semblaient glisser sur eux, les laissant concentrés sur leurs objectifs.
The challenges in the project appeared to wash over the experienced team.
Les défis du projet semblaient glisser sur l'équipe expérimentée.
02
submerger, envahir
to suddenly and strongly influence someone's emotions
Exemples
The applause from the audience washed over the performer after the show.
Les applaudissements du public ont submergé l'artiste après le spectacle.
A sense of calm washed over him as he meditated.
Un sentiment de calme l'envahit alors qu'il méditait.
03
déferler, submerger
(of open water) to spread uncontrollably beyond its usual limits, flooding over retaining structures like riverbanks
Exemples
The tsunami washed over the seaside village, leaving destruction in its wake.
Le tsunami a submergé le village côtier, laissant la destruction dans son sillage.
The floodwaters washed over the road, making it impassable.
Les eaux de crue ont submergé la route, la rendant impraticable.
