- present participle of brainwash.
brainwashing
Example Sentences
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"Actually, there's brainwashing here in China too, but it's not as severe," he said.
From Barron's ● Mar. 29, 2026
The story involved Cold War brainwashing and the development and testing of atomic weapons.
From BBC ● Mar. 17, 2026
As long as this public perception remains and compounds with Stake’s already shady reputation, then the brainwashing might fall flat.
From Slate ● Nov. 14, 2024
“Is this just groupthink, brainwashing or what, on either side?” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 25, 2024
My father says he doesn’t believe in brainwashing children.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
