DRY-CLEAN Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

dry-clean

verb

Definition of dry-clean

as in to launder

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Recent Examples of dry-clean When my sister and I left the building, the morgue techs were still parked in the yellow loading zone between Target and Tower Cleaners—our dad’s dry-cleaning place—and just closing the tailgate of the hearse. — Amanda Peet, New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2026 The company positioned the treatment as particularly relevant for garments that are washed infrequently or need specialty cleaning, such as performance apparel or dry-clean-only garments, where reducing wash frequency can extend product life. — Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026 In Lincoln Heights, decades passed after the closure of a massive dry-cleaning operation before residents learned of underground contamination spreading off-site, potentially threatening nearby homes and an elementary school. — Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026 In parallel with these initiatives, the hotel has been working on transforming its dry-cleaning process with advanced, more eco-friendly technology favoured by high-end laundries. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dry-clean

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Prosecutors allege that other members of the enterprise continued committing cryptocurrency thefts and laundering money after Lam’s arrest.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2026
The bill would establish a framework for crypto, divide oversight between the Securities Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, set registration requirements and strengthen anti-money-laundering protections.

— Tanaya Macheel,Talia Kaplan, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of launder

Verb

The bestselling cream-like balm melts into a clear, oil-like cleanser when warmed between dry palms, dissolving makeup, sunscreen, and grime before emulsifying with water and rinsing clean.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026
Torres likes to clean zellige tiles in 2-foot sections at a time, rinsing the microfiber cloth in clean water before moving on to the next section.

— Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of rinse

Verb

Rinse and wipe these surfaces well before moving on to the rest of the cabinet.

— Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 6 Sep. 2026
For those with children or pets, the performance fabric is designed to wipe clean, and the seat cushions are removable to easily clean the sofa’s frame.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of wipe

Verb

But behind the crisp white tablecloths, strict dress code and expensive steak dinners was a kitchen full of immigrant workers washing dishes, preparing food and keeping the restaurant running.

— Faith Karimi, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026
Now, to the handwashing shortcomings, such as a cashier handling customer’s payment, then preparing drinks and serving plates of food to customers without washing hands (cash and payment cards tend to be germ motherships).

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of wash

Verb

But shortly after the pool reopened, in June, algae returned in force and the sealant peeled, leading crews to repeatedly drain and scrub the basin over the summer.

— Janay Kingsberry, The Atlantic, 5 Sep. 2026
Steve Ballmer was supposed to scrub Donald Sterling’s stain from the LA Clippers.

— Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of scrub

Verb

Really, as long as the boots are leather and in good shape, they can typically be conditioned and cleaned.

— Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 6 Sep. 2026
Best Last-Chance Amazon Home Labor Day Sales Give your home a refresh with last-minute deals on fresh cozy bedding, cleaning gadgets, and décor.

— Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of clean

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