as in to clean
to remove the dirt from
deterge the surface using an industrial-strength commercial soap
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Ashton's journey from moving bins to cleaning them demonstrates that a complete roadmap isn't necessary; curiosity and taking the next step are crucial.
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Tahoe officials have been vigilant, ensuring all boats are cleaned, drained and dry before launching into Lake Tahoe.
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Yossi Gestetner, a politically active advocate for that community, told the USA TODAY Network in May that its voters weren't very engaged by the Democratic primary and were unlikely to turn out in big numbers.
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Despite ongoing macroeconomic and political issues, consumers turned out in force to honor the men in their lives.
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“Deterge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deterge. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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