wash over
Third Person
washes over
Present Participle
washing over
Past Tense
washed over
Past Participle
washed over
1
to happen without really affecting or bothering someone
- The criticism seemed to wash over them, leaving them focused on their objectives.
- The challenges in the project appeared to wash over the experienced team.
- The news of the setback seemed to wash over him, leaving him unfazed.
2
to suddenly and strongly influence someone's emotions
- The applause from the audience washed over the performer after the show.
- A sense of calm washed over him as he meditated.
- The tragic news washed over the community, leaving a somber atmosphere.
- Waves of joy washed over the parents when they saw their newborn.
3
(of open water) to spread uncontrollably beyond its usual limits, flooding over retaining structures like riverbanks
- The tsunami washed over the seaside village, leaving destruction in its wake.
- The floodwaters washed over the road, making it impassable.
- The storm surge washed over the coastal defenses, causing widespread damage.
- The riverbanks couldn't contain the heavy rain, and water washed over the fields.
- As the rain continued, the fear of the river washing over the embankment grew.