CLEANS Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

cleans

verb

present tense third-person singular of clean

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 The formula has a neutral pH that cleans hardwood floors and protects them from discoloration, too. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2026 There’s a very quick interview about filmmaking (and concrete) with Sopranos star and Ridgewood regular Michael Imperioli, and a longer interview with a guy who cleans gum off sidewalks professionally. — Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2026 Perdomo Torres, 27, was one of seven people in a van owned by Professional Ocean Service Corp, a company that cleans planes. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 11 Sep. 2026 The company cleans and disinfects the inside and outside of both private and commercial jets. — ABC News, 9 Sep. 2026 Volunteer Mitchel Reising cleans a pen occupied by elephant seals 3. — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026 The van was owned by Professional Ocean Service Corporation, a company that cleans aircraft, according to the briefing. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026 Aside from SealForce, the Roomba Max 875 cleans with an impressive 35,000 Pascals of suction and 20 liters per second of airflow. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2026 Hot water cleans better and also kills weeds, moss and mold, making power washers a better option for industrial and commercial work. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Aug. 2026

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Elevate your bathing routine with this creamy shower gel that gently cleanses and nourishes your skin with a blend of acai, cupuacu butter and coconut oil.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 9 July 2026
The Kérastase Chronologiste Revitalizing Youth Shampoo removes buildup, cleanses the scalp, softens and strengthens strands (meaning less breakage), increases moisture starting at the root, improves follicle health (meaning less shedding), and imparts shine.

— Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 15 June 2026

Definition of cleanses

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Instead of replacing merchandisers, AI removes bottlenecks and gives time and control back to brand teams.

— Zohar Gilad, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Cash does not mean skipping the closing process Another common misunderstanding is that selling for cash removes the normal legal steps involved in transferring real estate.

— Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of removes

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Leaping around in time, Gilroy draws us into Alex’s world with an effervescent wink at the badness of his behavior.

— Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 3 Oct. 2026
Double Standard, the ground-floor bar, is a go-to for late-night drinks and a hip crowd, while the rooftop draws a steady stream of creatives with its panoramic cityscapes and lighthearted cocktails (in keeping with its stateside locations).

— Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of draws

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On the traditional-spa side, a JetPeel facial using Augustinus Bader products essentially pressure-washes my skin with nutrient-rich serums.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Aug. 2026
Continue reading … CREATOR'S REMORSE — TV legend Oprah washes her hands of any association with Dr Phil or Dr Oz.

— , FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of washes

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Such incidental takings are the most common way that endangered animals die, the NYT reported, so advocates fear the move largely guts the ESA.

— Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 22 Sep. 2026
When the Supreme Court guts federal voting protections, every state has to decide whether to fill that void or exploit it.

— Anthony G. Brown, Baltimore Sun, 26 June 2026

Definition of guts

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The Cece Hand Wash effectively scrubs away dead skin cells, dirt, and grime with a clean, hydrating, antioxidant-rich formula featuring rosella extract and argan oil.

— Irene Richardson, InStyle, 16 June 2026
Prime lips for a perfectly smooth, even application using the 3-in-1 Lip Scrub pen, which gently scrubs away dead skin with super-fine sugar granules and keeps lips hydrated with nourishing shea butter and algae.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 May 2026

Definition of scrubs

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Lavrov brushes off German diplomat Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov was dismissive after the meeting in New York, which was held at German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul’s request.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
Vicki brushes it off, and even Shannon can’t defend her friend’s callousness.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026

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