Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dry-cleaning
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But Lally is still happy to handle the cooking and cleaning herself.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026 -
When cleaning an oven with vinegar, choose standard household white vinegar and avoid concentrated or high-strength formulas.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
13 June 2026
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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
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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
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During pollen season, Adkins recommends quickly vacuuming screens every few weeks to keep things clean.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
11 June 2026
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The garment also pulls double duty by managing respiration, using a separate ventilation loop to gently blow fresh oxygen across the astronaut’s face while simultaneously vacuuming away exhaled carbon dioxide for scrubbing and recirculation.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
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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
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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
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While this would be a great thing under normal circumstances, the woman has broken two nice glasses and does a terrible job of washing everything — leaving food particles on the silverware and lipstick on coffee cups.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
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As people express their grief, social obligations compel them to help prepare the deceased for burial, including touching and washing the body, as is traditional in the affected countries; visit the deceased’s family; and attend funerals.—
Katherine Marshall,
STAT,
12 June 2026
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Depending on the material of the grates, keep them clean by soaking and scrubbing with a few household ingredients.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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Be sure to let the mixture sit for at least 15 minutes to break down any buildup before scrubbing or wiping.—
Better Homes & Gardens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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 14 Jun. 2026.
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