wash one's hands (verb)

1. In the movie, the corrupt politician tries to wash his hands of the scandal by blaming his subordinates.

2. The villain in the fantasy novel tries to wash his hands of the evil deeds he has committed.

3. In the classic tragedy, the protagonist washes his hands of his role in the downfall of his family.

4. The minimalist design of the house allows for easy cleaning, making it convenient to wash one's hands of any mess.