DETERGING Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

deterging

verb

present participle of deterge

as in cleaning

to remove the dirt from deterge the surface using an industrial-strength commercial soap

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cleaning

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Over the years, state agencies and local governments have made attempts at cleaning Lake Jesup but none have been enough to turn the tide.

— Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 July 2026
In addition to going after pollutants at the source, cleaning the air is another important step.

— Dr. Lauren Zajac, Boston Herald, 19 July 2026

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deterging

deteriorate

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