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To prevent odors and buildup, clean the filter regularly, pre-scrape dishes, and keep the door ajar after cycles to allow air-drying.—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 25 Aug. 2025 The front door is ajar, and a cat marches in, pausing for a moment in surprise, her front right paw held in mid-air.—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025 The 68-year-old woman arrived home last Friday and discovered that her door was ajar before finding that a man with his face covered was inside, according to the Shelton Police Department.—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 18 Aug. 2025 If it’s not solved through conventional theory, then the door will inherently be left ajar for new physics.—Bruce Dorminey, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for ajar
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earlier on char, from Middle English, from on + char turn — more at chare
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