as in profits
an exceptionally large return
The couple made a cleanup when they flipped the house.
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Recent Examples of cleanups
Rather than lugging out a heavy upright vacuum and dancing around pesky cords for quick cleanups, do yourself a favor and invest in a cordless stick vacuum.
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Maggie Horton, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
An in-house marine biologist leads programs for guests and children, including coral reef restoration and beach cleanups, fostering a deeper connection to the surrounding environment.
—Jennifer Lee, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Start a Junk Basket Designate a basket (a box or bag can also work) for collecting miscellaneous items during quick cleanups.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2024
Kids and adults alike can marvel at tidepool creatures, learn about local ecosystems, or even participate in beach cleanups and other conservation efforts.
—Cliff Lewis, Orange County Register, 13 Dec. 2024
For example, in addition to offering visitors a glimpse into the Southeast’s complex ecosystem, the South Carolina Aquarium uses a portion of its admission fees to fund a sea turtle hospital, beach cleanups, and other initiatives.
—Lauren Mowery, AFAR Media, 13 Dec. 2024
Environmental organizations and state agencies hope to prove the concept that abandoned mine cleanups would be expedited if partner organizations were protected from liability under the Clean Water Act.
—John Leos, The Arizona Republic, 12 Dec. 2024
For visitors interested in donating their time and talent during a visit, there are numerous opportunities to get involved, from river cleanups to food distribution services.
—Tykesha Spivey Burton, AFAR Media, 10 Dec. 2024
Chapters are typically action-driven, and activities often include volunteer projects like street cleanups, food bank support and community gardening.
—Christine Clarridge, Axios, 5 Dec. 2024
Maggie Horton, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
An in-house marine biologist leads programs for guests and children, including coral reef restoration and beach cleanups, fostering a deeper connection to the surrounding environment.
—Jennifer Lee, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Start a Junk Basket Designate a basket (a box or bag can also work) for collecting miscellaneous items during quick cleanups.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2024
Kids and adults alike can marvel at tidepool creatures, learn about local ecosystems, or even participate in beach cleanups and other conservation efforts.
—Cliff Lewis, Orange County Register, 13 Dec. 2024
For example, in addition to offering visitors a glimpse into the Southeast’s complex ecosystem, the South Carolina Aquarium uses a portion of its admission fees to fund a sea turtle hospital, beach cleanups, and other initiatives.
—Lauren Mowery, AFAR Media, 13 Dec. 2024
Environmental organizations and state agencies hope to prove the concept that abandoned mine cleanups would be expedited if partner organizations were protected from liability under the Clean Water Act.
—John Leos, The Arizona Republic, 12 Dec. 2024
For visitors interested in donating their time and talent during a visit, there are numerous opportunities to get involved, from river cleanups to food distribution services.
—Tykesha Spivey Burton, AFAR Media, 10 Dec. 2024
Chapters are typically action-driven, and activities often include volunteer projects like street cleanups, food bank support and community gardening.
—Christine Clarridge, Axios, 5 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleanups
sales
Noun
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Minivan sales in America have fallen about 80 percent from their all-time high in 2000.—
The Atlantic Science Desk,
The Atlantic,
28 Dec. 2024
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Christmas may be over, but Amazon’s sales keep giving.—
Taylor Fox,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Dec. 2024
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“Cleanups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleanups. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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