as in to clean
to remove the dirt from
deterge the surface using an industrial-strength commercial soap
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If your exhaust fan is still noisy after cleaning, this could indicate loose screws or a problem with the motor.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
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Grease filters need cleaning regularly to prevent grease buildup from clogging up, reducing their effectiveness and creating dirty air.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Dec. 2025
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However, this decision didn’t turn out well.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Uruguayans turned out in much, much greater numbers in the crowd but the two sides were even in the numbers that mattered most, drawing 1-1 in the group-stage opener for each.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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“Deterge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deterge. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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