Flush vs. Blush
Flush
Definition
Flush can refer to a sudden rush of emotion, typically redness in the face due to embarrassment, excitement, or heat, or it can mean to pour a liquid over something to cleanse it.
Blush
Definition
Blush is a verb that means to become red in the face, typically from embarrassment, shyness, or modesty, and it can also be used as a noun to describe the reddening of the face.
Example
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She felt a flush of embarrassment when she realized everyone was looking at her.
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The gardener used the hose to flush out the dirt from the flower bed.
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His face turned a deep flush during the surprise party.
Example
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She couldn't help but blush when he complimented her in front of the class.
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His face started to blush when he realized he had made a mistake.
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The blush on her cheeks indicated that she was flattered by the attention.
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