swabbed

Definition of swabbednext
past tense of swab

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for swabbed
Verb
  • Was scrubbed from Friday because of bad weather in the launch recovery zone in the Atlantic.
    Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
  • If the launch is delayed or scrubbed for any reason, there are more opportunities for liftoff through April 6.
    Josh Dinner, Space.com, 29 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The formula can be rinsed off like a traditional cleanser or wiped away for improved hydration.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
  • Glass bottles and jars, which should be emptied and rinsed before placing them in recycling.
    Dallas Morning News, Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Guerrero brushed her sister’s hair.
    Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
  • As Ember brushed past to turn on the lamp, one of the sheets came unstuck and fluttered out into the hallway, caught in her slight draft.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Instead, officials said he was moved to a mobile home in Dania Beach that was owned by an associate of Shlafman while the condo was cleaned and remodeled, and ID Investors paid $20,000 to stop foreclosure on the Hollywood property, the affidavit said.
    Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
  • But many tech firms have cleaned house following the hiring craze.
    Jake Angelo, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Kenzel Lantano notched 10 aces, 26 assists and three digs, while Riches Tep had 16 kills and four digs as Lynn Classical (1-0) swept Wakefield 3-0 in nonleague action.
    Tyler McManus, Boston Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
  • The Sea Kings setter had 20 assists when Corona del Mar swept Huntington Beach in a Sunset League match this month.
    Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Because Buckley has short hair, a chignon or updo was not an option—but combed neatly back with a side part, clearing the face, feels like a very Grace Kelly detail.
    Ana Serrano, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Police also covered the lake in those first few hours, and dogs and drones have combed the area to no avail.
    Sarah Dahlberg, NBC news, 16 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Gone, too, is the heavy law enforcement presence that for days scoured every square inch of Nancy Guthrie’s property, which spans thousands of square feet.
    Celina Tebor, CNN Money, 19 Mar. 2026
  • The 20-year-old has scoured candidate websites but been frustrated by social media.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The miniatures in the castle are placed into small containers one room at a time, so they can be dusted and cleaned using small brushes and tweezers.
    Adam Harrington, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
  • The powerful storm that moved through the Kansas City area dusted the metro with around an inch of snow.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026
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“Swabbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swabbed. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

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