wipe (something) clean

idiom

1
: to clean (something) by wiping
I wiped the table clean.
2
: to completely remove something from (something) : to remove everything from (something)
usually used as (be) wiped clean
After the accident, his memory of the day was wiped clean.

Examples of wipe (something) clean in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Find it on AmazonFind it on Walmart Even Anxious Pets Can Use the MudBuster The MudBuster is a cute and helpful gift for pet owners to wipe clean dirty paws before entering the car or house. Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 1 Dec. 2023 The leather seats add an expensive feel and it’s also wipe clean for easy cleaning. Kathy Barr, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2023 It’s made of durable vintage canvas that’s easy to wipe clean, and thick, breathable pads provide great back support for extended use. Karthika Gupta, Parents, 6 Sep. 2023 And just as important, real parents say this bag is super easy to wipe clean. Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 27 Oct. 2023 The curvy design minimizes spills and is easy to wipe clean. Yolanda Wikiel, wsj.com, 17 Oct. 2023 The fabric, while not extremely luxe or cushy, is nice enough and pretty easy to wipe clean. Jessica Booth, Parents, 11 July 2023 In addition to preventing things from crushing or breaking, hard-shell luggage is also easy to wipe clean. Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2023 This Bagsmart kit is affordable but highly durable, made of water-resistant outer fabric that’s easy to wipe clean. Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2023 See More

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“Wipe (something) clean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wipe%20%28something%29%20clean. Accessed 9 Dec. 2023.

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