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to wash over
01
to happen without really affecting or bothering someone
Grammatical Information
Composition
phrasal
State verb
Regular
Inseparable
Particle
over
Base verb
wash
Present tense
wash over
3rd person singular
washes over
Present participle
washing over
Past simple
washed over
Past participle
washed over
Examples
The criticism seemed to wash over them, leaving them focused on their objectives.
02
to suddenly and strongly influence someone's emotions
Examples
The applause from the audience washed over the performer after the show.
03
(of open water) to spread uncontrollably beyond its usual limits, flooding over retaining structures like riverbanks
Examples
The tsunami washed over the seaside village, leaving destruction in its wake.
