vacuumed

past tense of vacuum

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of vacuumed How carpet shampooers work Carpet shampooers, also called carpet cleaners, combine water and specialized soap into a solution that’s sprayed into the carpet, then scrubbed and vacuumed away, bringing dirt with it. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 June 2026 Workers used a swimming pool-type vacuum cleaner to suck up algae from the bottom, leaving behind clean patches of American Flag Blue paint adjacent to enormous swaths of green algae in a pattern familiar to anyone who has ever vacuumed a carpet before. Katie Vogel, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026 Workers used a swimming pool-type vacuum cleaner to suck up algae from the bottom, leaving behind clean patches of American Flag Blue paint adjacent to enormous swaths of green algae in a pattern familiar to anyone who has ever vacuumed a carpet before. ABC News, 16 June 2026 The city has recently used herbicide to control aquatic vegetation, plus has vacuumed sediment near the intake for the Phillips Park Golf Course’s irrigation system, the report said. R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026 It’s also recommended that it be vacuumed without a beater bar. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2026 Each morning, before clients arrive, the apartment is reset—floors vacuumed, curtains straightened, candles lit—so that by the time someone walks in, everything feels effortless. Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 7 May 2026 High-traffic areas need to be cleaned with a dust mop or vacuumed frequently, daily if necessary. Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026 The carpets are clean — vacuumed every week and professionally cleaned every two years — and therefore should not be a reason for guests to avoid putting their feet on the floor. Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vacuumed
Verb
  • Trash Cans Yes, garbage cans should be cleaned, but few people remember to add them to the chore list.
    Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 6 July 2026
  • Use pet-safe cleaners and skip harsh chemicals Dog toys cannot be cleaned with just any chemical, as some can be harmful to your pets’ health.
    Taneia Surles, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Verb
  • The aisles were so choked that blooms and branches brushed against us, the air heady with the scent of lilies, roses, eucalyptus, and sweet decay.
    Adam Erace, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
  • Musk has brushed off the idea of creating a phone in the past, but didn’t rule it out completely.
    Emma Roth, The Verge, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026
  • With Glaser’s hair swept back and her shoulders left bare, all six carats had a clear view.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 7 July 2026
Verb
  • Some compression socks can be machine-washed, while others can be handwashed only.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 9 July 2026
  • Cilantro, basil, and snow peas should be thoroughly washed under running water.
    Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 9 July 2026
Verb
  • The Daily Mail, TMZ and other outlets also reported that Qualley had recently scrubbed photos from their 2023 wedding from social media.
    Martha Ross, Mercury News, 8 July 2026
  • The following foods should be washed and scrubbed thoroughly with a brush or sponge.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 7 July 2026

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“Vacuumed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vacuumed. Accessed 11 Jul. 2026.

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