Word Finder - dash

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Any of the following symbols: ‒ (figure dash), – (en dash), — (em dash), or ― (horizontal bar).

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(by extension) The longer of the two symbols of Morse code.

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A short run, flight.

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A rushing or violent onset.

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Violent strike; a whack.

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A small quantity of a liquid substance etc.; less than 1/8 of a teaspoon.

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Add a dash of vinegar.

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(by extension) A slight admixture.

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There is a dash of craziness in his personality.

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Ostentatious vigor.

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Aren't we full of dash this morning?

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A dashboard.

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(Liberia) A bribe or gratuity; a gift.

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A stand-in for a censored word, like "Devil" or "damn". (Compare deuce.)

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To run quickly or for a short distance.

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He dashed across the field.

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To leave or depart.

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I have to dash now. See you soon.

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To destroy by striking (against).

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He dashed the bottle against the bar and turned about to fight.

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To throw violently.

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The man was dashed from the vehicle during the accident.

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(sometimes figurative) To sprinkle; to splatter.

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To mix, reduce, or adulterate, by throwing in something of an inferior quality.

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to dash wine with water

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(of hopes or dreams) To ruin; to destroy.

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Her hopes were dashed when she saw the damage.

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To dishearten; to sadden.

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To complete hastily, usually with down or off.

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He dashed down his eggs, she dashed off her homework

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To draw quickly; jot.

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Damn!

Should she try to make a dash for the car?

His words were like a dash of cold water.

They are also perfect for a quick dash to the gym on a brisk day.

The straps are built up for further support and the dash of lace trim in the front adds style and femininity.

They can be a part of a very sexy outfit, with a dash of glamour as well.

He thought his poetry too imitative, detecting not only the truthful severity of Crabbe, but a "slight bravura dash of the fair tuneful Hemans."

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Mix a few strong, opinionated women together, throw in some politics and add a dash of war and you have the makings of a daytime talk show verbal smack-down.

Kim, along with her sisters Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian, are the owners and designers for the clothing retailer Dash.

However, while buying several neutral color items allows you a lot of flexibility in building a wardrobe, don't forget to add excitement with a dash of color.

The company even carries items from big name designers like Ed Hardy, Jezebel and Betsey Johnson, adding a dash of high-end charm to the eclectic mix.

Whether you want to change when you get to the gym or dash through the streets in your exercise gear, you can find something that works for you.

By having a clearly visible car phone holder in place (many either attach to the dash with double-sided tape or to an air vent with a clip), you can have a much easier time glancing at your Chocolate phone.

The DASH Diet guidelines require eating at least three servings of grains and grain products each day.

The DASH Diet recommends between four and six servings of vegetables.

Dean slammed on his brakes, causing Vinnie to whack his head on the underside of the dash.

In the case of the dash the ink-wheel is brought into contact with the paper by the first current as before and is pulled back by the reverse current after three times the interval.

On the other hand, the flora of the shat region, of the south-eastern littoral, and of the Kerkena islands opposite Sfax, is thoroughly Saharan, with a dash, as it were, in places of an African element.

Sudanese are very excitable and apt to get out of hand; unlike the fellahs they are not fond of drill, and are slow to acquire it; but their dash, pugnacious instincts and desire to close with an enemy, are valuable military qualities.

The book was not premeditated; a single poem, called out by the recruiting for the abhorred Mexican war, couched in rustic phrase and sent to the Boston Courier, had the inspiriting dash and electrifying rat-tat-tat of this new recruiting sergeant in the little army of Anti-Slavery reformers.

His young and brilliant successor, Francis I., surprised Europe by making a sudden dash at the head of an army across the Alps to vindicate his rights in Italy.

The mean sea-level is shown by the horizontal line aa, dotted where it passes through the land, and the natural mean level of saturation bb, above the sea-level, by a curved dot and dash line.

On the continentthe main effect of the viking invasions was to dash the empire of Charles the Great into fragments, and to aid in producing the numberless petty states of feudal Europe.

A warm, late spring breeze held just a dash of chill, which was kept at bay by the internal warmth of the three margaritas she'd downed less than an hour before.

For all the misery of the uphill climb, this downhill dash was fused in his memory forever, and in one brief moment he knew this Colorado country was where he belonged.

The gates of Tiyan opened enough for some of the men to dash through the hold from the north, south, and east.

He was skilled at deftly combining mecha combat, martial arts, international criminal intrigue, high-school politics and a dash of teen romance.

Can also be served chilled witha dash of ginger ale or lemonade, for a cool summer drink.

Add the merest dash of single cream or a smidgeon of milk and grate some black pepper over.

Thriving culture with a dash of sleaze and the world's greatest bookstore.

Mexican Dream 2cl silver tequila 2cl brandy 2cl fresh lemon juice dash grenadine Pour all ingredients into a shaker with ice.

In the kitchen Serve spiced cherry compote with rich meats, and add a dash of red wine vinegar for a tangy flavor.

The last games finish just in time to allow a mad dash to get changed in time for the Gala Dinner.

However, the Floral Dance succeeds in having the last say as the music makes its last frantic dash to the finishing line.

At primary school, everyone competed in one event, a 100m dash.

Then a quick dash down to Genesis to see Mr Duck, who still seem to be stuck in the 80s.

Merry Widow 3cl vodka 3cl Dubonnet 3cl dry vermouth dash orange bitters Pour all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice.

A brazil nut mercy dash was agreed but a lack of fuel meant the plan couldn't go ahead.

We made a dash to the local market where we bought milk and a child's medicine dropper.

Inventive Canadian stand-up Wool certainly cuts a dash on stage with his heavy black eyeliner, long leather coat and distinctive cowboy hat.

Stir in a dash of oregano and, if you like yours pungent, one minced clove garlic.

I like Scott for his freshness, dash and large honesty.

Though it is now dark, the wind still blows and roars in the wood, the waves still dash, and some creatures lull the rest with their notes.

She has one son, Mason Dash Disick, with her on-again off-again boyfriend Scott Disick.

Worn with casual flair or to give a dash of easy elegance, the shrug is the perfect mixed weather accessory.

You could dash from optical shop to optical shop, but shopping online is often much more rewarding from a style perspective.

The Dash, an oval lens style also with interchangeable lenses, is sold in SS squared lenses, XR, with round lenses, and XP Xtra Protection.

The hanging CB cord sways as you drive and all the junk in the dash flies to the side as you turn.

As opposed to Sonic's Strike Dash, Tails is endowed with the ability to fly (Chaos is the first game that players are given control over this ability).

With a limited free online version, downloadable demo and full-featured game available for $19.95, Diner Dash offers a lot of casual puzzle/strategy gaming in one package.