washing machine
noun
: a machine for washing
especially
: one for washing clothes and household linen
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But remembering to leave your washing machine door ajar can have a significant impact on the lifespan of your appliance, preventing mold and mildew, and reducing funky odors.
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 June 2025
After a spin in the washing machine, remaking the bed is a cinch—the sheets have orientation labels to help guide you.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 9 June 2025
Percale only improves with wash, as a few turns in the washing machine help loosen its fibers to create a softer texture.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 5 June 2025
This is why the NWS recommends to keep away from plumbing and electrical equipment, such as dishwashers and washing machines, during a thunderstorm.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2025
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 June 2025
After a spin in the washing machine, remaking the bed is a cinch—the sheets have orientation labels to help guide you.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 9 June 2025
Percale only improves with wash, as a few turns in the washing machine help loosen its fibers to create a softer texture.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 5 June 2025
This is why the NWS recommends to keep away from plumbing and electrical equipment, such as dishwashers and washing machines, during a thunderstorm.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2025
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 15 Jun. 2025.
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