: a short stick that has round pieces of cotton at both ends
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If staining persists, Flores recommends using a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol to gently rub the affected area.—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026 Flush the pests away with a strong stream of water, followed by a damp cloth or a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol.—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026 A lot of people instinctively reach for a Q-tip or cotton swab to clean their ears.—Sherri Gordon, Health, 10 Mar. 2026 Use a small brush or a cotton swab to apply the coconut oil, then open and close the hinge to work it in.—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cotton swab