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as in cleanses
to remove the dirt from
we cleaned the clothes before donating them to charity
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as in removes
to take the internal organs out of
cleaned the rabbit before cooking it
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Recent Examples of cleans
This smart cat litter box uses infrared sensors to detect when your cat is finished, then automatically scoops and cleans itself, dramatically reducing odors with an ionic deodorizer.
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Christine Persaud, USA Today, 11 Oct. 2025
The wipes have a triple emollient formula that gently cleans dirt and makeup from your face, leaving you feeling refreshed and ready for bed.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Its spray and scrub function cleans tough stains, especially unwanted pet accidents.
—Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
An ultrasonic cleaner cleans with high-frequency sound waves that create microscopic bubbles.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
The single-button power control is a favorite feature of our reviewer Williams, as well as the fluffy optic cleaner head that cleans and polishes her hard floors.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2025
His feature debut tells the story of 33-year-old garbage worker Sandro who cleans the streets of Lisbon at night and cares for his twin babies during the day.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
As Lorne Michaels cleans house following the milestone 50th season of Saturday Night Live, one cast alum is shocked at mass exodus.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025
The iRobot Roomba Essential quietly cleans the floors, dodges furniture like it’s lived here forever, and empties itself when it’s done.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 10 Aug. 2025
Christine Persaud, USA Today, 11 Oct. 2025
The wipes have a triple emollient formula that gently cleans dirt and makeup from your face, leaving you feeling refreshed and ready for bed.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Its spray and scrub function cleans tough stains, especially unwanted pet accidents.
—Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
An ultrasonic cleaner cleans with high-frequency sound waves that create microscopic bubbles.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
The single-button power control is a favorite feature of our reviewer Williams, as well as the fluffy optic cleaner head that cleans and polishes her hard floors.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2025
His feature debut tells the story of 33-year-old garbage worker Sandro who cleans the streets of Lisbon at night and cares for his twin babies during the day.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
As Lorne Michaels cleans house following the milestone 50th season of Saturday Night Live, one cast alum is shocked at mass exodus.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025
The iRobot Roomba Essential quietly cleans the floors, dodges furniture like it’s lived here forever, and empties itself when it’s done.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 10 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleans
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The formula deeply cleanses and removes buildup to leave you with silky, shiny hair.—
Kyra Surgent,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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Formulated for normal to dry skin, this gentle daily facial cleanser transforms from a silky oil to a soft, lathering foam that deeply cleanses your skin, effectively removing dirt, excess oil and stubborn makeup without clogging pores, leaving residue or a greasy feeling.—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Regular cleaning removes stains, preserves air quality, and helps your rugs last longer.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
19 Oct. 2025
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The bill also removes exemptions for people experiencing homelessness and veterans.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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The 10-track album draws heavily upon the music Benton released early in his career.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
18 Oct. 2025
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The darker tone also draws the eye, subtly highlighting architectural details while remaining cohesive with the overall palette.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Oct. 2025
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Go with the classic Sun In Hair Lightener, enriched with aloe, marigold, chamomile, and flaxseed, or the newer Fun In by Sun In Temporary Hair Color, which rinses out after one wash.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
9 Oct. 2025
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Her death guts Maggie, but also brings her and Jackson, her mother’s surgeon, closer.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
9 Oct. 2025
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Then the company guts what's left in the middle.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 Sep. 2025
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Its Ozmo roller mop washes itself with hot water and dries with heated air.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 Oct. 2025
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Unlike on Earth, however, where rain washes dust from the air, Martian dust can linger for months.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
8 Oct. 2025
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As the government scrubs websites, formerly reliable sources of information have disappeared.—
Judy Stone,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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If the doctor brushes you off or looks at their watch, get a new doctor!—
Kat McGowan,
NPR,
18 Oct. 2025
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Continue reading … NO LAUGHING MATTER – White House brushes off SNL season premiere, calling show 'waste' of time.—
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FOXNews.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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