whitewash
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At the time of writing, 43% of respondents to a BBC Sport poll predict another Six Nations whitewash for their side.
From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026
“Because them trying to whitewash the investigation into the death of Keith Porter is a nonstarter. We’re not going to allow that to happen.”
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026
The series gives Pakistan another T20 whitewash of Australia, following a 2–0 victory in 2010 and a 3–0 sweep in 2018, providing a timely boost ahead of next week's T20 World Cup.
From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro quickly labeled this an effort to “rewrite and whitewash our history,” proclaiming, “We learn from our history in Pennsylvania, even when it’s painful.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 25, 2026
The company room was being readied with fresh whitewash and new linen curtains.
From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare
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