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Verb
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This bleach-free formula removes surface mold and mildew without scrubbing.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026 -
Before cutting into the fruit, make sure to give it a good wash, scrubbing it gently under running water.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
28 May 2026
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However, Pratt targeted Larry, sweeping him into unfounded controversy, adding substantially to other interpersonal and financial stresses, Vein said.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
24 May 2026
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The Royals won the season series 5-1, after sweeping three games from the Mariners in Seattle earlier in the season.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
24 May 2026
Verb
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The 1st Thing To Do Before Cleaning The Hoover product team advises first vacuuming the area to get rid of any hair, dirt, or debris, and pretreating any spots or stains with a pretreat solution to ensure proper extraction.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
21 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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Here’s how to learn from my mistake and make a plan for dusting this space.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
20 May 2026
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Dry sweeping and dusting launch particles back into the air right at a child’s breathing height.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
19 May 2026
Verb
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Phillies star Bryce Harper was live-streaming from the bathroom and started brushing his teeth.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
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At the top of the frame is the father’s veiny hand, tenderly brushing rubble away from the infant’s forehead.—
Taran Dugal,
New Yorker,
23 May 2026
Verb
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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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Approximately $310 million will support cleaning efforts of buses, trains, facilities, stations and stops.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
29 May 2026
Verb
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For example, if allergies are due to pollen, staying indoors, using sunglasses or rinsing off your face after exposure can help decrease allergen load around your eyes.—
Neelam Patadia,
The Conversation,
27 May 2026
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In this case, rinsing with cold water first is more effective.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
23 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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When her mother died in 2012, Hasbun inherited the gallery’s archives and began combing through them.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
22 May 2026
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“Mopping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mopping. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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