won't wash
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The $15 million lesson was expensive, and the suspension of Kimmel was a stain that won’t wash out easily.
From Salon • May 13, 2026
Editor of the Sunday Times, Ben Taylor, said the "excuses" of those at the top of Labour Together "won't wash".
From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026
Trying to dress it up as who has the moral high ground just won’t wash.
From Slate • Sep. 3, 2020
If the washing machine won’t wash or the screen door won’t seamlessly slide, does it make sense to call a professional?
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2020
“Caper as you like, it won’t wash out your crimes. Daenerys Targaryen is no silly child to be diverted by japes and tumbles. She will deal with you justly.”
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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