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as in rinsed
to remove the dirt from
we cleaned the clothes before donating them to charity
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as in removed
to take the internal organs out of
cleaned the rabbit before cooking it
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Recent Examples of cleaned
Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2026
But January, with its blustery winds and chilly temperatures, is when boxes must be cleaned, inspected and repaired.
—Joe Murphy, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
Hard, smooth surfaces can be cleaned with a broom and dustpan.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Mixing vinegar and water forms a solution that Odame says is an easy way to make high-traffic areas look freshly cleaned before anyone arrives.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 4 Jan. 2026
However, their material may need to be handled gently or dry cleaned.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
It’s covered in stretch-resistant upholstery that won’t look worn over time and can be spot cleaned.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
According to Buder, who also works as an engineer at Vielo, the aircraft-grade carbon tubes were first cleaned and cut to size, then bonded using an epoxy-carbon composite.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
Verb
Others toiled in restaurants and cleaned hotel rooms.
—Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2026
But January, with its blustery winds and chilly temperatures, is when boxes must be cleaned, inspected and repaired.
—Joe Murphy, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
Hard, smooth surfaces can be cleaned with a broom and dustpan.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Mixing vinegar and water forms a solution that Odame says is an easy way to make high-traffic areas look freshly cleaned before anyone arrives.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 4 Jan. 2026
However, their material may need to be handled gently or dry cleaned.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
It’s covered in stretch-resistant upholstery that won’t look worn over time and can be spot cleaned.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
According to Buder, who also works as an engineer at Vielo, the aircraft-grade carbon tubes were first cleaned and cut to size, then bonded using an epoxy-carbon composite.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleaned
Adjective
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Despite the busy holiday rush, many South Florida restaurants and food trucks managed to keep their premises spotless in December, from beloved staples (Rustic Inn Crabhouse) to new spots (Sotogrande at Pier Sixty-Six).—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Jan. 2026
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Michelle Buteau doesn’t believe in perfect mornings, spotless sweatpants, or rigid holiday rituals.—
Leslie D. Rose,
Parents,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Most can be rinsed, but others need a soft-bristle brush.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2026
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The facility’s equipment was washed and rinsed without sanitizing as the final step.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
19 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Investigators removed the children from Brian's home.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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The move means the UAE has removed British universities from a list of higher education institutions eligible for state scholarships amid growing tensions over London's decision not to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization, The Financial Times reported.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Whoever wins cleanly leaves with both the championship belts.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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The folding handles close away neatly into side recesses to create flush sides that store cleanly side by side.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 June 2025
Verb
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Beginning next week, daytime rocket launches are all officially scrubbed thanks to the government shutdown.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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After the interview, a post on social platform X started circulating that said the Heritage Foundation had scrubbed a reference to Carlson from a donation page.—
Emily Brooks,
The Hill,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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These tools summarize notifications, suggest actions, and help users stay organized throughout the day.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Crucially, the organized pressure and condemnation also spurred PEN America to direct more of its attention and resources to Palestine.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Historically, concrete production depended heavily on natural sand and gravel extracted from riverbeds, a practice that led to severe environmental degradation in some regions.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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Pumpkin Seeds Pumpkin seeds, or pepitas, are edible seeds extracted from pumpkins.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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For example, the idea that waxing is more hygienic than growing out your body hair gives viewers inaccurate information about how their body naturally functions.—
Liz Regalia,
Parents,
27 Dec. 2025
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These pros are finally settling the debate and sharing the most hygienic way to flush your toilet.—
Halee Miller Van Ryswyk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Nov. 2025
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“Cleaned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleaned. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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