as in to scrub
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Blot — don’t scrub — with a clean cloth.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Apr. 2026 -
The May 6 attempt was scrubbed two hours before liftoff because of valve on ULA’s upper Centaur stage that teams continue to investigate.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2026
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When my older kids get off the bus in the afternoon and ask to help braid or brush the dough with egg yolk or shake on some everything but the bagel seasoning.—
Risa Polansky Shiman,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Apr. 2026
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But the savviest country stars are able to argue for basic respect for others while brushing off whatever political coding comes with it.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
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Who knew that the right people turned out to be right around the corner?—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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The answer to that mystery lies with Teddy, who turns out to be a corrupt police officer.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
6 Apr. 2026
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Simply use the attached pre-cleaning brush to wipe off debris, then wipe with the carbon pads.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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After gaining access, the attackers used malware to wipe data on thousands of computers at oil giant Saudi Aramco, disrupting business operations.—
William Akoto,
The Conversation,
2 Apr. 2026
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Most people would agree that cheating and planning a school shooting are hardly equal offenses, and Borgli doesn't totally stick the landing by sweeping Emma's past impulses under the rug.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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The roofline sweeps low and sleek.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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Coming off an excruciating 119-loss season, the Rockies cleaned house in the front office and promised a new, exciting era of baseball.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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Kelse Redd, owner of professional cleaning company So Fresh So Clean, recommends starting with the blinds, fully dusting and wiping them down.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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The team has specifically and methodically combed through Moore’s previous statements point by point to expose any potential lie or exaggeration.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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Investigators would spend weeks building their case, combing through nearly 7,000 texts exchanged over the three months before Harold died.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Kelse Redd, owner of professional cleaning company So Fresh So Clean, recommends starting with the blinds, fully dusting and wiping them down.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Then follow with a damp microfiber cloth or a dusting mitt.—
Sunshine Flint,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Muck (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/muck%20%28out%29. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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