as in cleaned
to remove the dirt from
deterge the surface using an industrial-strength commercial soap
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Before reopening, village staff collected multiple samples to check pool water quality, added chlorine to all pools, inspected all chemical distribution systems and the concession stand, and cleaned surfaces including guard stations, chairs, restrooms and locker rooms, the village said.—
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2026 -
These items are handled constantly (often by multiple different people) yet rarely cleaned.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
1 June 2026
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In a separate Leadership IQ study of 32,410 employees, the optimal amount of time with the boss turned out to be about six hours a week, the point where people were most inspired, engaged, and motivated.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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By the way, the dragon turned out to be a small Nile crocodile, which may have escaped from a merchant ship.—
Norma Meyer,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
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“Deterged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deterged. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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