as in cleaning
to take the internal organs out of
ancient Roman prophets would disembowel animals in order to read the future from their entrails
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Plus, Greene points out that deep cleaning your cabinets is the best way to keep them organized!—
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After a rabies exposure, people should seek immediate preventative medical care, known as post-exposure prophylaxis, which involves thoroughly cleaning the wound and receiving a rabies vaccination.—
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5 Sep. 2025
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The group routinely calls for removing books at public schools and played a role in Scottsdale Unified School District's decision to pull 16 books from its library shelves in February.—
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8 Sep. 2025
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Tips To Keep Your Towels Mascara-Free The best way to keep makeup from staining towels is by thoroughly removing the makeup first.—
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8 Sep. 2025
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