wipe down

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.

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Dip a sponge or microfiber cloth in the solution and wipe down all the surfaces in the oven’s interior. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 11 July 2026 Use soap and water to wipe down surfaces and thoroughly vacuum any cracks and crevices. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026 Use a damp microfiber cloth to scrub any stains or spots and wipe down the rest of the surface to remove all residue. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 July 2026 Garcia recommends keeping one within easy reach for quickly wiping down countertops, tables, appliances, and other high-touch surfaces. Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for wipe down

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“Wipe down.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wipe%20down. Accessed 14 Jul. 2026.

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