as in to clean
to remove the dirt from
in preparation for one of her mother-in-law's dreaded visits, she had GI'd the whole house
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Recent Examples of GI
Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 4 Apr. 2025
There have been 12 GI outbreaks on cruise ships in 2025, so far, according to the CDC.
—Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 1 Apr. 2025
The goal is ultimately to codify the regulations and give Japanese whisky GI (geographical indication) status in the same way that bourbon, Cognac, and tequila have.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2025
The major risks of any bariatric surgery include unpleasant GI symptoms after meals, malnutrition from not absorbing enough nutrients, and dehydration from not drinking enough water.
—Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 7 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Axel’s many urgent-care visits for severe GI issues come into sharper focus when Taylor mentions the soothing post-workout beverages Freya would customize for each of them.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 4 Apr. 2025
There have been 12 GI outbreaks on cruise ships in 2025, so far, according to the CDC.
—Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 1 Apr. 2025
The goal is ultimately to codify the regulations and give Japanese whisky GI (geographical indication) status in the same way that bourbon, Cognac, and tequila have.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2025
The major risks of any bariatric surgery include unpleasant GI symptoms after meals, malnutrition from not absorbing enough nutrients, and dehydration from not drinking enough water.
—Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for GI
Verb
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The smart robot also senses when the mop is getting dingy and goes back to the station to clean it.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
19 May 2025
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This handy appliance can clean all sorts of household items beyond those found in kitchen cupboards.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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The United States and South Korea wrapped up a four-day series of naval drills Sunday amid mounting tensions with North Korea's Kim Jong Un regime.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
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Moreover, the international shipping interests that rerouted their vessels away from the Suez Canal continue to avoid the area, increasing global transit costs and calling American naval supremacy into question.—
The Editors,
National Review,
8 May 2025
Verb
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Its waterline scrubbing removes scum buildup along the pool’s edge with double-pass cleaning.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Vinyl Siding If your home has vinyl siding, using a pressure washer can save you hours of scrubbing.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Local police wrote in their statement that military weapons experts were also called to the scene and confirmed that the grenade was not live.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation identified several U.S. military veterans, former humanitarian coordinators and security contractors to lead the effort.—
IBRAHIM HAZBOUN,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
Verb
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Use a dishcloth to wash all parts, rinse, and place in the drying rack.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
19 May 2025
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The orange juice equipment parts and machine got washed, rinsed, but not sanitized.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Military service offers both personal growth and long-term career stability, allowing individuals to serve their country while preparing for a successful post-service career.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes,
5 Sep. 2024
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Does your company take steps to anonymize user data when it is used for its own purposes, shared with service providers, or shared with non-service provider third parties?—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
Ars Technica,
4 Dec. 2023
Adjective
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Top Gun is streaming on Paramount+ and Prime Video, while Top Gun: Maverick is streaming on Paramount+. ‘Willow’ (1988) Val Kilmer stars as the mercenary Madmartigan opposite his then-real-life wife, Joanne Whalley as Sorsha, the daughter of the evil sorceress Queen Bavmorda (Jean Marsh) in Willow.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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And how to be optimally developmental and transactional in an increasingly mercenary environment.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2025
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Israel launched airstrikes on Syria on Wednesday and threatened to strike government forces there if clashes persisted between pro-government fighters and militiamen from the Druse minority.—
Euan Ward,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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When the smoke cleared, eight American militiamen were dead, and the world would never be the same.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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“GI.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/GI. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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