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come out in the wash

idiom
Meaning

Of problems or difficulties, to work out, resolve, or become understood eventually and naturally.


Examples
SIMPLE

Don't worry, everything will come out in the wash.

CONTEXTUAL

We are confused by the new rules now, but I am sure it will all come out in the wash soon.

COMPLEX

Although the initial investigation left many questions unanswered, the truth eventually came out in the wash as more evidence emerged over time.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    as they come

    As it is possible to be.

  2. 02

    blow to kingdom come

    To totally destroy (something); to annihilate or wipe out (something).

  3. 03

    Christmas come early

    Something very delightful or fortunate that is happening or has happened, especially earlier than expected.

  4. 04

    come a cropper

    To suffer some accident or misfortune; to fail.

  5. 05

    come a long way

    To make significant progress.

  6. 06

    come again

    A polite formula used when one has not heard or understood what has been said, or to indicate surprise.

  7. 07

    come alive

    to become responsive and animated.

  8. 08

    come along

    To arise, appear (make an appearance), come into being.

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