Thesaurus results for RINSING

rinsing

verb

Definition of rinsing

present participle of rinse

as in flushing

to pour liquid over or through in order to cleanse rinse that shirt immediately, or the paint will set

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Recent Examples of rinsing The bestselling cream-like balm melts into a clear, oil-like cleanser when warmed between dry palms, dissolving makeup, sunscreen, and grime before emulsifying with water and rinsing clean. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026 Torres likes to clean zellige tiles in 2-foot sections at a time, rinsing the microfiber cloth in clean water before moving on to the next section. — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 5 Sep. 2026 In fact, pre-rinsing dishes can waste more water than simply putting the dishes in the dishwasher as is. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2026 Protect tooth enamel by rinsing your mouth afterward and not brushing immediately. — Sherri Gordon, HEALTH, 1 Sep. 2026 For best results, the brand recommends massaging a dollop into the scalp for two full minutes before rinsing it out. — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026 Some American Standard models also include a series of openings in the rim that create a power flush, rinsing away material that often collects under the rim over time. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026 The Right Way to Clean an AC Unit Huckstadt recommends cleaning your AC unit by turning off its power, gently rinsing its exterior fins with your garden hose, and applying a coil cleaner if necessary. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 6 Aug. 2026 The suites are comfortable and thoughtfully outfitted, with private waterfront porches, plush living rooms with complimentary mini-bar offerings, and outdoor showers for rinsing off salt and sand. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2026

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The bathroom is at the far end of the home from the entrance and includes a flushing toilet, a shower, and a sink.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
Kerr recommends flushing excessive amounts of fertilizer from the soil with large amounts of water.

— Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 31 Aug. 2026

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Now, to the handwashing shortcomings, such as a cashier handling customer’s payment, then preparing drinks and serving plates of food to customers without washing hands (cash and payment cards tend to be germ motherships).

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2026
In a single-person household, washing your bath mat every one to two weeks is typically sufficient.

— Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2026

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