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/Sounds like "lah" (as in "lava") + "BAHR" (as in "bar") + "seh" (as in "set") + "LAHS" (as in "lava") + "MAH" (as in "mark") + "nohs" (as in "note")/

Meaning

To wash one's hands of a problem, to disclaim responsibility for something when it's most needed. This phrase is often used to describe someone who abandons others in a difficult situation.

Examples

He washed his hands of the project when it started to fail.

Don't wash your hands of this, you're part of the team.

Regional synonyms

Dominican slang for something being perfectly clear, sorted, and without any issues. "Todo nítido" is the all-clear signal: everything is good, plans are confirmed, no worries needed.