How to Use wipe in a Sentence

wipe

1 of 2 verb
  • Would you wipe the dishes?
  • We were wiping the spots from the wine glasses.
  • She wiped her eyes with a tissue.
  • He wiped his hand across his forehead.
  • Mills then grabbed it from Hall's hand and wiped them away for the host.
    Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 6 Apr. 2023
  • Some in the courtroom gallery wiped tears from their eyes.
    Rebecca Boone, BostonGlobe.com, 12 May 2023
  • To clean, wipe spots with a wet cloth and warm soap; leave open to air dry.
    Addie Morton, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2023
  • The tap and touch controls are easy to use, and the scale is simple to wipe clean.
    Kathleen Willcox, Popular Mechanics, 27 Jan. 2023
  • Men and women in the crowd wiped their eyes in silence.
    USA TODAY, 19 Aug. 2023
  • Brush combs and a rag to wipe off the initial globs of paint also can help.
    Jennifer Barger, Washington Post, 10 Jan. 2023
  • Some of the exiting brands have already been wiped from the site.
    Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2023
  • One catch at the wall from wiping away some of the misery in St. Pete.
    Jeff Seidel, Detroit Free Press, 4 Apr. 2023
  • Many of his reviews for Bunker 15 films have been wiped from the Tomatometer.
    Christopher Null, WIRED, 7 Feb. 2024
  • Once the space is empty, wipe the shelves and vacuum the floor.
    Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 13 Nov. 2023
  • Then pour out the solution and wipe down the entire pot with a wet rag.
    Hadley Mendelsohn, House Beautiful, 20 Jan. 2023
  • Then, soak a soft cloth with the Feed-N-Wax and wipe evenly onto your floors.
    Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2023
  • The curvy design minimizes spills and is easy to wipe clean.
    Yolanda Wikiel, wsj.com, 17 Oct. 2023
  • According to the brand, the best way to clean Thousand Fell Lace-Ups is to wipe them down with a damp cloth.
    Olivia Muenter, Peoplemag, 9 Mar. 2023
  • It is made of a strong resin material that lasts longer and is easy to wipe clean.
    Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2024
  • Treat spots with a stain remover and wipe with a cloth dampened with a bit of warm water.
    Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 8 Jan. 2024
  • On the sideline, the team’s head coach, Bill Belichick, pulled back his headset and wiped his nose with his hand.
    Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2023
  • Straps can be wiped down with a wet paper towel or wipe.
    Jessica Booth, Parents, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Nathaniel Lowe led the top of the ninth off with a single, but a Mitch Garver double play wiped him off of the basepaths.
    Shawn McFarland, Dallas News, 17 Sep. 2023
  • Use a squeegee each day to wipe water and soap residue from shower walls.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
  • But wipe your brow, roll up your sleeves, and get stuck in.
    Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
  • Take a clean, dry microfiber cloth and wipe the tiles and grout dry.
    Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
  • Santos then grabs the empty carton, appearing to spit into it, before wiping her lips with her right hand.
    Drew Pittock, USA Today, 18 May 2026
  • The hand sink was partially blocked by a wiping cloth bucket.
    Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado may 15, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
  • Dinah drew back, wiping a mixture of blood and baby food from her mouth.
    Stephen King, The Atlantic, 15 May 2026
  • Ana wiped the counter and swiped a stain on the white tile backsplash.
    Literary Hub, 12 May 2026

wipe

2 of 2 noun
  • With a wipe, the spill was gone.
  • The wipe is then stored in a small jar and sealed, preserving the scent for up to a decade.
    Kate Santich, orlandosentinel.com, 18 Nov. 2021
  • But the sewage and rainwater and wet wipes will be right at home.
    Rob Verger, Popular Science, 7 June 2023
  • Wet some cotton or gauze with the ear cleaner, and wipe dirt and grime from the ear canal.
    Jacob Livesay, USA TODAY, 30 Sep. 2022
  • The best time to use the wipe is five minutes before going to sleep.
    Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 25 May 2022
  • Scuff up the tiles first with 100-grit sandpaper and wipe clean.
    Washington Post, 12 July 2021
  • What matters is that the parent knows how to kiss boo boos and wipe tears.
    Allison Hope, CNN, 14 July 2021
  • The wipes left droplets on the screen, which required a second wipe with a microfiber.
    Jon Langston and Collin Morgan, Car and Driver, 31 Aug. 2022
  • Dirt came off the leash easily when cleaned with a wet wipe.
    Camryn Rabideau, Peoplemag, 16 Jan. 2024
  • The wipe isn’t soaked with liquid, so you won’t be left with a big wet spot either.
    Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2023
  • Plus, the bags are easy to maintain: Just take a wet towel and wipe clean, then let air dry.
    Amy Schulman, PEOPLE.com, 8 Feb. 2022
  • Then, one more wipe and she’s M.C., her masc alter ego.
    Zoe Haylock, Vulture, 17 June 2021
  • Simply wrap the wipe around your finger and gently scrub your dog's teeth and gums.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 July 2023
  • Too Soon Getting the best clean isn't always as simple as spray, wipe, and walk away.
    Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Apr. 2022
  • That’s why a good set of wipes like these from Earth Rated can keep your dog smelling fresh in between baths.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 9 Feb. 2024
  • Use a squeegee, followed by wipes with a microfiber cloth to remove any streaks.
    Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 1 Mar. 2024
  • Of course, a crucial saving grace to crumbs and sticky fingers on the road is napkins or hand wipes.
    Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2024
  • Give the rest of the interior a wipe down if necessary.
    Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 4 Aug. 2022
  • The kits contain a special wipe used to collect a person’s unique scent from underarms, wrists and the back of the neck.
    Kate Santich, orlandosentinel.com, 18 Nov. 2021
  • One side of the wipe is textured for scrubbing and the other side is soft for wiping surfaces.
    Jodhaira Rodriguez, Good Housekeeping, 21 Sep. 2022
  • Some of the victories weren’t wipe-outs, but that mattered not one iota.
    Gordon Monson, The Salt Lake Tribune, 28 Nov. 2021
  • Spritz the bleach solution on the toilet and wipe clean with a paper towel or clean rag.
    Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2022
  • Just swipe a Sweat Block wipe on your pits for long-lasting sweat and odor protection.
    Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 25 May 2022
  • Inside there are a couple of diapers, wipes, and a burp cloth.
    Brooke Bobb, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2023
  • This top-down wipe warmer can hold up to 100 wipes, keeping them warm and moist for your baby’s little bum.
    Maya Polton, Parents, 4 Aug. 2023
  • Other pain relief comes in the form of a burn gel packet—handy for the kitchen or campsite—and three sting relief wipes.
    Adrienne Donica, Popular Mechanics, 4 Sep. 2023
  • If the air in the cabin tends to make your skin feel dry, include wipes and a travel-size bottle of moisturizer, too.
    Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 May 2026
  • Use a disinfecting wipe to clean them daily.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
  • These grill cleaning wipes can be used on every part of the grill, including burners, buttons, knobs, and the whole outer surface.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
  • Remove air bubbles, if necessary, and wipe rims clean with a damp cloth.
    Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 12 May 2026

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