noun
the act or process of making something white or lighter in color, typically by using chemicals or sunlight
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The process of bleaching is commonly used in the textile industry to remove color from fabrics.
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I heard that bleaching your hair at home can be risky if not done properly.
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My mom is always bleaching the counters to keep them sparkling clean.
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The intense sunlight was like bleaching the memories of the old house, fading them into obscurity.