something doesn't wash (with somebody)

something doesn't wash (with somebody)
sth won't/doesn't ˈwash (with sb) idiom
used to say that sb's explanation, excuse, etc. is not valid or that you/sb else will not accept it

That excuse simply won't wash with me.

Main entry:washidiom

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