flush out
The phrase "flush out" typically involves the act of removing or exposing something, often through force or cleansing.
Definition
B2General
(common)To force something out into the open from a concealed or confined space.
Example
- The police used tear gas to flush out the suspects from the building.
B2Cleaning
(technical)To clean or clear something by using a large amount of liquid.
Example
- You need to flush out the radiator to remove any debris.
C1Hunting
(specific)To drive an animal out of its hiding place.
Example
- The hunters used dogs to flush out the birds from the underbrush.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "flush out":
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