Bleach

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Not Just HairPlay
Although often associated with hair, 'bleach' applies to removing color from various objects. SlideThe sun bleached the curtains over time.
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Figurative UsePlay
'Bleach' can be used metaphorically to describe losing vividness or vitality. SlideThe harsh critique bleached his enthusiasm.
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Gradual ProcessPlay
'Bleaching' something usually takes time and doesn't happen instantly. SlideYears of cleaning bleached the linens.