as in soap
a substance used for cleaning a kitchen shelf loaded with household cleaners

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Recent Examples of cleaner Our top pick for the best vacuum on Amazon to buy, Samsung’s Bespoke Jet is a cordless cleaner Williams loves for its sophisticated design and versatile cleaning power. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2025 Eggo waffles now come with more protein, Shark's launched a new cordless cleaner and Gain's got new scent boosters to keep your laundry smelling fresh. Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025 The transportation alternative also aims to keep the air shed cleaner and to prevent air pollution that might affect the lake’s clarity. Amelia Wu, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025 The base stores up to three tools, including a corner cleaner and an edge sweeper. PC Magazine, 6 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cleaner
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soap
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  • Health inspectors cited the liquor store after observing a lack of paper towels and hand soap at the handwashing station.
    Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Dislodge aphids from plants using a heavy stream of water or treat with horticultural soap or oil.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025

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“Cleaner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleaner. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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