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
The best bar soap is incredibly gentle on the skin, creating a soothing shower experience that leaves you feeling squeaky-clean yet still moisturized and nurtured, with a soft aroma that lingers.
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Olivia Rose Rushing, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026
Glycerin works alongside these surfactants to draw water into the skin, reducing that tight, squeaky-clean feeling.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 1 Jan. 2026
Characterized by barely-there nudes with a subtle hint of chrome or shimmer, soft metallics have the squeaky-clean, spa-fresh appeal of soap nails with a fairytale twist.
—Rachel Krause, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2025
Dick Van Dyke, the squeaky-clean Disney icon, gave up his vices long ago — and says it’s paid off with a remarkably long life.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025
Blow is proud of his squeaky-clean image, which was a conscious choice.
—David Kamp, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
And last year saw the release of Netflix’s Hit Man, a fizzy black comedy that picked at the squeaky-clean star image of its lead actor, Glen Powell.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Everything about him seems squeaky-clean, so Emerald does some investigating.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2025
If you're inspired by the squeaky-clean look, any tulle minidress will do.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
Olivia Rose Rushing, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026
Glycerin works alongside these surfactants to draw water into the skin, reducing that tight, squeaky-clean feeling.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 1 Jan. 2026
Characterized by barely-there nudes with a subtle hint of chrome or shimmer, soft metallics have the squeaky-clean, spa-fresh appeal of soap nails with a fairytale twist.
—Rachel Krause, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2025
Dick Van Dyke, the squeaky-clean Disney icon, gave up his vices long ago — and says it’s paid off with a remarkably long life.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025
Blow is proud of his squeaky-clean image, which was a conscious choice.
—David Kamp, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
And last year saw the release of Netflix’s Hit Man, a fizzy black comedy that picked at the squeaky-clean star image of its lead actor, Glen Powell.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Everything about him seems squeaky-clean, so Emerald does some investigating.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2025
If you're inspired by the squeaky-clean look, any tulle minidress will do.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squeaky-clean
Adjective
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Some students — like the owner of a pristine 1960s Chevrolet Impala — entertained a crowd of oglers with their immaculate engine bays and pristine paint jobs.—
Daniel Miller,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Liis Studied feels like nesting, whether that’s on a pristine white couch with a fluffy blanket, under the covers in bed, or tucked away in the corner of a cozy bookstore.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Many reviewers credited the beach’s immaculate facilities and amenities— including bathrooms, charcoal grills, tables, and picnic pavilions—for making their visits true trips to paradise.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Oct. 2025
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But with Mayfield playing immaculate hero ball, those issues are less important than the fact that Tampa’s young (and now injured) secondary is exactly the type of game the Lions prefer to hunt.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The clean double-breasted buttons instantly add elegance to your airport outfit, especially when paired with a matching Amazon Essentials Turtleneck and sleek black Libin Wide-leg Dress Pants to keep you warm and comfortable from takeoff to arrival.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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Baby and Kids' Toys Babies put everything in their mouths, and the dishwasher is a perfect way to keep teething rings and pacifiers clean.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Squeaky-clean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squeaky-clean. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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