wash over
US /wɑːʃ ˈoʊvər/
UK /wɑːʃ ˈoʊvər/
1.
invadir, embargar
If a strong feeling washes over you, you suddenly feel it very strongly.
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A wave of relief washed over her as she heard the good news.
Una ola de alivio la invadió al escuchar la buena noticia.
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A sudden feeling of sadness washed over him.
Una repentina sensación de tristeza lo invadió.
2.
envolver, pasar desapercibido
If a sound or light washes over you, you hear or see it but do not pay special attention to it.
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The background music just washed over him as he focused on his book.
La música de fondo simplemente lo envolvía mientras se concentraba en su libro.
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The noise from the street washed over her, barely registering.
El ruido de la calle la envolvía, apenas registrándose.