as in pristine
free from dirt or stain
feeling squeaky-clean and smelling nice after her bath
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Recent Examples of squeaky-clean
Beyond long-running The Lawrence Welk Show, which debuted on ABC on this day in 1955, Welk was a bandleader, an accordion player, and a shrewd businessman synonymous with squeaky-clean (and older-skewing) entertainment.
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Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
Sherman was a squeaky-clean regular on the covers of Tiger Beat and Sixteen magazines, often with hair over his eyes and a choker on his neck.
—Mark Kennedy, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025
Miley Cyrus‘ Bangerz era was pretty unforgettable, with the pop star repeatedly shocking the world through risqué outfits and provocative performances at a time when many still associated her with the squeaky-clean image of Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 10 June 2025
The number of squeaky-clean eateries across South Florida took a dip last month, with the state posting its lowest count of flawless inspections since June 2023.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2025
Supporters pointed to Kim’s squeaky-clean record, contrasting it with Lee’s involvement in several criminal trials.
—Jennifer Jett, NBC news, 3 June 2025
In the case of both artists, the squeaky-clean attire echoes in the formal neatness of their respective painting styles.
—Deborah Solomon, New York Times, 15 May 2025
But first, there’s an engrossing look at the life of a multi-faceted woman who grew up in the squeaky-clean 1950s, with a dad who worked in PR for Disney.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
Inside and out, squeaky-clean is the order of the day.
—Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
Sherman was a squeaky-clean regular on the covers of Tiger Beat and Sixteen magazines, often with hair over his eyes and a choker on his neck.
—Mark Kennedy, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025
Miley Cyrus‘ Bangerz era was pretty unforgettable, with the pop star repeatedly shocking the world through risqué outfits and provocative performances at a time when many still associated her with the squeaky-clean image of Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 10 June 2025
The number of squeaky-clean eateries across South Florida took a dip last month, with the state posting its lowest count of flawless inspections since June 2023.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2025
Supporters pointed to Kim’s squeaky-clean record, contrasting it with Lee’s involvement in several criminal trials.
—Jennifer Jett, NBC news, 3 June 2025
In the case of both artists, the squeaky-clean attire echoes in the formal neatness of their respective painting styles.
—Deborah Solomon, New York Times, 15 May 2025
But first, there’s an engrossing look at the life of a multi-faceted woman who grew up in the squeaky-clean 1950s, with a dad who worked in PR for Disney.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
Inside and out, squeaky-clean is the order of the day.
—Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squeaky-clean
Adjective
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The government is also implementing a beach management project in Long Bay to safeguard marine and coastal ecosystems, ensuring that the BVI remains pristine for generations to come.—
Panorama Media Ltd,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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Lucas takes great pride in his work, particularly in maintaining the cafeteria floors to a pristine He has additionally been nominated to be recognized as Recognizing Inspiring Schools Award (RISE) recipients.—
Magda Liszewska,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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Audemars Piguet’s manufacture calibre 4404 offers a strong 70-hour power reserve, while its 433 parts power an accurate flyback chronograph with an immaculate heritage.—
Thor Svaboe,
Robb Report,
14 July 2025
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Sometime in the future when and if double-digit wins and Chicago Cubs is a category in immaculate grid, Matthew Boyd will qualify.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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The clean, bright walls along with colorful rugs and hardwood floors can seem impossible for people living in apartments.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
3 Feb. 2023
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At the end of the dredging, sediment that’s not placed on the beach could be left in the pit and covered with a layer of clean sand.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Feb. 2023
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“Squeaky-clean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squeaky-clean. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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