chimney sweep
noun
: a person whose occupation is cleaning soot from chimney flues
called also chimney sweeper
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How could a society judge each individual on his or her own merits when rich dunces enjoyed the best educations and poor geniuses left school as children to work as chimney sweeps?
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John Micklethwait, Foreign Affairs, 29 May 2014
Set in Edwardian London with the dome of St Paul's visible in the background, chimney sweeps and suffragettes fill the stage.
—Irenie Forshaw, theweek, 18 Dec. 2024
Yes, a chimney sweep can ensure your fireplace is in the ideal condition to be used and thoroughly inspect your unit for any tar-like build-up known as creosote.
—Josh Hostetler, The Tennessean, 6 Oct. 2024
Bring in a chimney sweep to do a professional inspection of your fireplace and chimney, as well as a cleaning, if necessary.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024
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John Micklethwait, Foreign Affairs, 29 May 2014
Set in Edwardian London with the dome of St Paul's visible in the background, chimney sweeps and suffragettes fill the stage.
—Irenie Forshaw, theweek, 18 Dec. 2024
Yes, a chimney sweep can ensure your fireplace is in the ideal condition to be used and thoroughly inspect your unit for any tar-like build-up known as creosote.
—Josh Hostetler, The Tennessean, 6 Oct. 2024
Bring in a chimney sweep to do a professional inspection of your fireplace and chimney, as well as a cleaning, if necessary.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Chimney sweep.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chimney%20sweep. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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