as in to launder
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Recent Examples of dry-clean
Wool garments are often labeled as hand-wash only, machine-washable, or dry-clean only.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
Check for dry-clean only: Another important reason for checking tags is to make sure your washing machine can handle the job.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
It is also recommended to have this insert professionally dry-cleaned to be sure it’s properly maintained.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Kumar confirmed that demolition work is underway on the property’s three buildings, which include a small office structure, a dry-cleaning business, and a Japanese restaurant called Fuji Sushi.
—Tyler Williams, Orlando Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2025
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
Check for dry-clean only: Another important reason for checking tags is to make sure your washing machine can handle the job.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
It is also recommended to have this insert professionally dry-cleaned to be sure it’s properly maintained.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Kumar confirmed that demolition work is underway on the property’s three buildings, which include a small office structure, a dry-cleaning business, and a Japanese restaurant called Fuji Sushi.
—Tyler Williams, Orlando Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dry-clean
Verb
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Rosamund Pike adds her name to the cast list, starring as a diamond seller whose family launders their profits through corrupt back-channels.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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That group allegedly infiltrated 64 U.S. companies, laundering more than $866,000 through just ten of them.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Use a dishcloth to wash all parts, rinse, and place in the drying rack.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
19 May 2025
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The orange juice equipment parts and machine got washed, rinsed, but not sanitized.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
Verb
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Told that the $250 million raised was comparable to the interest payments starving third world countries were paying to superpower debtor nations, Bono and friends pushed those nations to wipe the debts.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
15 May 2025
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Lightly wipe, dab with a cotton ball, or use a spray bottle when applying the salt.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2025
Verb
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Brush the top of the pie with the egg yolk wash and sprinkle the surface with the raw cane sugar and remaining cardamom.—
Ellen Gray,
Saveur,
15 May 2025
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Before washing, inspect the area for any cracks or damage and repair them as needed.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
Verb
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Wet your dog with lukewarm water and then begin shampooing, working it into a lather.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Properly shampoo your hair/scalp and deep condition weekly or bi-weekly.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
7 May 2025
Verb
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Its waterline scrubbing removes scum buildup along the pool’s edge with double-pass cleaning.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Vinyl Siding If your home has vinyl siding, using a pressure washer can save you hours of scrubbing.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
Verb
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The smart robot also senses when the mop is getting dingy and goes back to the station to clean it.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
19 May 2025
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This handy appliance can clean all sorts of household items beyond those found in kitchen cupboards.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 May 2025
Verb
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His administration brushed off the pope's past social media activity.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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In the comments section, many people urged the bride to brush it off and not let the incident spoil her memories of her special day.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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“Dry-clean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dry-clean. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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