CLEANED (OFF) Synonyms: 15 Similar and Opposite Words

cleaned (off)

verb

past tense of clean (off)

as in straightened (up)

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turned out

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Harry Kane Kane was England’s clutch player at the World Cup, scoring a late double to avoid a disastrous early exit against DR Congo and netting what turned out to be the decisive goal from the penalty spot in England’s epic 3-2 win over Mexico.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
Species once seen primarily as competitors or antagonists have turned out to be mutualists, with both parties benefiting.

— Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026

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