wipe down
phrasal verb
wiped down; wiping down; wipes down
: to clean (a surface) by rubbing it with a cloth
He wiped down the counters with a wet cloth.
I wiped the car down with a towel.
Examples of wipe down in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Dip a sponge or cloth into the soapy water and wipe down the interior of the microwave.
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Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2024
In addition to using them to dry yourself off post-shower, microfiber towels also come in handy for cleaning up kitchen spills, makeshift picnic blankets, wiping down van windows, and so much more.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 19 Mar. 2024
Many of the parts are dishwasher-safe, making cleaning a breeze, but the brand also recommends wiping down the bottom of the device with a damp cloth or antibacterial wipe from time to time.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 21 Feb. 2024
Wipe Clean Rinse the slow cooker with water and use a cloth to wipe down the inside and outside.
—Samantha Hunter, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2023
The activity bar is easy to wipe down and clean and requires three AA batteries, which are included.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 6 Apr. 2024
Use a mild soap and a soft cloth to wipe down exterior surfaces.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2024
The five-inch rest is coated in a layer of protective non-porous glaze that easily wipes down when inevitable splatter happens.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2024
Its shiny, classic look just needs a little wipe down to look its reflective best.
—Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2024
Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2024
In addition to using them to dry yourself off post-shower, microfiber towels also come in handy for cleaning up kitchen spills, makeshift picnic blankets, wiping down van windows, and so much more.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 19 Mar. 2024
Many of the parts are dishwasher-safe, making cleaning a breeze, but the brand also recommends wiping down the bottom of the device with a damp cloth or antibacterial wipe from time to time.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 21 Feb. 2024
Wipe Clean Rinse the slow cooker with water and use a cloth to wipe down the inside and outside.
—Samantha Hunter, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2023
The activity bar is easy to wipe down and clean and requires three AA batteries, which are included.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 6 Apr. 2024
Use a mild soap and a soft cloth to wipe down exterior surfaces.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2024
The five-inch rest is coated in a layer of protective non-porous glaze that easily wipes down when inevitable splatter happens.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2024
Its shiny, classic look just needs a little wipe down to look its reflective best.
—Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2024
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“Wipe down.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wipe%20down. Accessed 28 Apr. 2024.
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