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Recent Examples of mop
Here, three cleaning experts share why dirt is lingering on your floors and provide tips on how to mop floors the right way, every single time.
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Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 8 Apr. 2026
Observed splitter added to mop sink faucet without back back flow device incorrectly installed before splitter.
—Staff Reports, Florida Times-Union, 24 Mar. 2026
If the bathroom floor is dirty, mop it — and so on.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
Vacuum frequently and mop with a gentle, nontoxic solution.
—ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
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Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 8 Apr. 2026
Observed splitter added to mop sink faucet without back back flow device incorrectly installed before splitter.
—Staff Reports, Florida Times-Union, 24 Mar. 2026
If the bathroom floor is dirty, mop it — and so on.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
Vacuum frequently and mop with a gentle, nontoxic solution.
—ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mop
Verb
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If water tends to collect around the floor or corners of your tub, use a squeegee or towel to wipe the bathtub after your shower.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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Heavy rain in the forecast could wipe this one out early.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 May 2026
Verb
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While Hines expressed concern that the snakes could be venomous water moccasins, Kennedy ultimately brushed off her worries as the reptiles continued to thrash and buck in his hands.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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At first, my husband brushed them off as random expenses or transfers, but something felt off.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Earlier, the Starship V3 launch was scrubbed at T-40 seconds due to a hydraulic pin failure and ground system issues, delaying its first test flight.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
23 May 2026
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Daily Cleaning For regular, everyday cleaning, simply scrub with warm, soapy water inside and out.—
Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano,
The Spruce,
23 May 2026
Verb
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They were swept in the wild-card round by the eventual World Series champion Texas Rangers.—
Ken Rosenthal,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2026
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The size of Ohio’s tax break skyrocketed, dwarfing previous projections, as opposition to data centers is sweeping through cities, suburbs and towns there and prompting lawmakers to form a committee to study the impact.—
Marc Levy,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
Verb
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The shop offers a full menu of services, including men's and children's haircuts, beard trims, lineups, shampooing, and hair coloring.—
Justin Adams,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Rather than leaving oil in your hair throughout the day, applying it generously before shampooing allows the essential oils to sit on the scalp and penetrate the hair without leaving you looking greasy.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Leave it on overnight to soak up the grease, then vacuum it off.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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Use a damp microfiber cloth and damp mop after vacuuming.—
Ryan Brennan
May 19,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
Verb
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To keep it from returning, rinse your tub or shower after each use and use a squeegee to remove excess water from every surface.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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Reach for them in the morning to create a clean canvas for your skin care and makeup, then again at the end of the day to rinse off layers of dirt, oil, and sunscreen.—
Sarah Felbin,
Allure,
20 May 2026
Verb
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About 700 rescuers and nearly 200 police officers are combing the rubble, racing to reach survivors pinned beneath concrete and twisted steel.—
Jim Gomez,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
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Senior leadership has less time to comb through talent pipelines.—
Cynthia Pong,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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“Mop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mop. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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