washing machine
noun
: a machine for washing
especially
: one for washing clothes and household linen
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That means shaking dusters outside to release particles, and washing rags in the washing machine along with a disinfecting solution of bleach or vinegar.
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Elizabeth Brownfield, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
Depending on the severity, tossing the whole thing straight into the washing machine might not be an ideal solution, but using the iron to remove excess wax is a great first pass.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 23 Apr. 2026
For a quick refresh, simply run them through the washing machine.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Use a front-loading washing machine or a top-loading washing machine without an agitator.
—Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 22 Apr. 2026
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Elizabeth Brownfield, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
Depending on the severity, tossing the whole thing straight into the washing machine might not be an ideal solution, but using the iron to remove excess wax is a great first pass.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 23 Apr. 2026
For a quick refresh, simply run them through the washing machine.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Use a front-loading washing machine or a top-loading washing machine without an agitator.
—Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 22 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for washing machine
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“Washing machine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/washing%20machine. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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