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Soak the clothing item in warm water with a capful of dish detergent and a tablespoon of white vinegar.—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 6 Feb. 2026 Fill a spray bottle about 3/4 of the way with clean water, then add a capful of fabric softener.—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2026 Just a few capfuls of this creamy blend transform plain water into a skin-softening soak, thanks to nourishing milk proteins, oat extract, and Japanese camellia oil.—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Nov. 2025 Massage half a capful into your dry scalp, then style as usual.—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 25 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for capful