as in to brush
to use a vacuum cleaner on (something) in order to remove dirt
I vacuumed the living room.
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as in void
a large empty space
the vacuum of outer space The loss of his friend left a vacuum in his life.
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Recent Examples of vacuum
Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2025
Vacuum again Once the baking soda has worked its magic, thoroughly vacuum it up.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2025
Phil Plait, Scientific American, 25 Apr. 2025
Check out more of our favorite pool robot vacuums, including another Dolphin pool vacuum model, below.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Leave it to sit and then vacuum up the powder to avoid leaving a mess.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2025
Vacuum again Once the baking soda has worked its magic, thoroughly vacuum it up.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2025
Noun
If space were truly empty—an utter vacuum, devoid of any matter—then yes, the Alien slogan would be unquestionably correct.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 25 Apr. 2025
Check out more of our favorite pool robot vacuums, including another Dolphin pool vacuum model, below.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vacuum
Verb
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For example, brush your teeth with the opposite hand, take a new route to work or order a new dish.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Once released, the curls are gently brushed out for a soft, voluminous effect, and sealed into place with a setting spray.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But the intended fix, local homelike centers, hasn't filled the void.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2025
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The departures of Kobe Johnson and Lazar Stefanovic have created a void that Dailey might fill.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Outdoor water containers that should be cleaned include bird baths and pet dishes.—
Caelyn Pender,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2025
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These stylish oven mitts are easy to clean and look great in any kitchen.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Interest in the case has swept the country since then, spurring an array of true crime podcasts, movies and television shows.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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That includes an East Suburban Catholic Conference series split with state powerhouse Nazareth and a tough two-game ESCC sweep over Benet by scores of 2-1 and 5-3.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The brand reworked some of its most famous styles for the capsule, like reimagining washed denim jackets into denim chore-style coats.—
Violet Goldstone,
Footwear News,
2 May 2025
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They are easily packed, lightweight, wash easily, and come in many colors.—
Aly Walansky,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2025
Verb
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Avoid scrubbing the fabric, which can damage the fibers.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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Use a non-abrasive sponge soaked in the solution to scrub the bathtub.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
2 May 2025
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“Vacuum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vacuum. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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