Examples of “flushing” in a Sentence

noun The act of cleaning something by flooding it with water.

• Cleaning the bottle by flushing it with hot water removed all the soap.
• Regular flushing of the radiator keeps the engine from overheating.
• The plumber recommended flushing the pipes to clear the blockage.

noun A sudden reddening of the skin, especially on the face.

• Embarrassed, he felt a flushing of his cheeks as everyone turned to look.
• Spicy food can cause flushing around the nose and cheeks.
• Flushing of the face is a common symptom during menopause.