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awash

adjective as in wet

adjective as in big

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A monthslong investigation by The Wall Street Journal revealed the country is awash in them.

It’s a cash-starved state blacklisted by the Group of Seven’s Financial Action Task Force and awash in narcotics and money from online fraud.

Social media has been awash with clips of frenzied scenes of celebration back in Parrott's homeland.

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“There are certain schools where it’s just awash in pro-Palestine propaganda, which is not appropriate. The district is a hostile environment for Jews and Israelis.”

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Tribal feuds are common in Iraq, a war-scarred country awash with weapons where petty rows can turn into deadly clashes.

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