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wash your hands of something

Idiom Religion

Meaning

to stop being involved in or responsible for something

Example Sentences

"After the scandal, the manager washed his hands of the project."

Related Expressions

hit the right note

to do or say something perfectly suitable

kick around

to discuss ideas informally

take a load off

to sit down and relax, especially after working hard

play the political card

to use a political issue to one’s advantage

the tipping point

the moment when a change becomes unstoppable

hold the reins

to be in control of something or in charge of a situation