dry-cleaning

Definition of dry-cleaningnext
present participle of dry-clean

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for dry-cleaning
Verb
  • Make deck cleaning part of your mowing routine.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
  • How To Deep Clean Marble Countertops For deep cleaning your marble countertops, Scheck recommends sticking to the gentle cleaners made for natural stone, and just take a little extra time with your cleaning routine.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
Verb
  • Changpeng Zhao, the billionaire founder of the cryptocurrency exchange Binance, pleaded guilty to money-laundering violations in 2023 and served four months in federal prison.
    New York Times, New York Times, 2 June 2026
  • To wash a pet’s bed, vacuum it first to pick up fur, then spot-treat any stains before laundering it according to the care tag instructions.
    Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • Research shows that vacuuming and wiping down surfaces isn’t enough.
    Jason Henry, Daily News, 31 May 2026
  • If replacing carpet to hardwood is out of your budget, then remember to vacuuming at least once a week and steam clean once or twice a year.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
Verb
  • To maximize efficiency, pair windowsill cleaning with dusting the blinds or vacuuming fabric window treatments as part of your overall window cleaning and maintenance routine.
    Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2026
  • Preventing dust buildup involves dusting surfaces regularly with a microfiber cloth, using an air purifier, and frequently washing your bedding.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
Verb
  • In fact, keeping denim looking its best requires not washing them very often at all.
    Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
  • Any washing machine leaks would cause excessive damage to carpet, and the flooring would likely need to be removed and replaced.
    Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
Verb
  • This bleach-free formula removes surface mold and mildew without scrubbing.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
  • Before cutting into the fruit, make sure to give it a good wash, scrubbing it gently under running water.
    Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 28 May 2026
Verb
  • While that does work, researchers found rinsing or soaking in water had the lowest median percent reduction of about 30%.
    Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
  • Swimsuit companies recommend rinsing after each use, then hand-washing with mild detergent every three to five uses.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
Verb
  • Starting in third place on Sunday is Hamilton in the Ferrari, followed by teammate and home favorite Charles Leclerc who had to settle for P4 after brushing the wall while trying to retake P1 in the final moments of Q3.
    Yara Elshebiny, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
  • Up close, the shaggy layers framed her face effortlessly, with the shortest layers brushing just past her eyes and the longest layers grazing her jaw bone.
    Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 6 June 2026
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“Dry-cleaning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dry-cleaning. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.

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