as in cleaned
to take the internal organs out of
you'll need to gut the fish and wash it out before you can cook it
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Hummingbird feeders can be breeding grounds for bacteria if they’re not cleaned regularly.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Feb. 2026 -
The reusable packaging platform Loop, available in France, partners with major brands such as Nestle and Coca-Cola to distribute products in durable containers that are collected, cleaned and refilled for reuse.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Set on a wide, quiet stretch of Long Bay Beach, the resort feels removed but not remote.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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In 2025, Ehardt co-sponsored a bill that would have removed ratios altogether — in a bid to increase the number of in-home day cares available by decreasing their regulation.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Gutted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gutted. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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