paper towel
noun
: a sheet of soft and thick paper that can soak up liquid and that is used for drying hands, cleaning up spills, etc.
a roll of paper towels
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Use chlorine bleach, hot water, and a dry cloth or paper towel that has not been already used.
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Devonne Goode, Parents, 23 Oct. 2024
Wrap the bag in a thin cloth or paper towel to protect the skin.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
Optional attachable extras include a cutting board, garbage bag holder, utensil hooks, paper towel holder, and magnetic knife block.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2024
Edwards says the best way to clean raspberries is to wash them under cool running water immediately before use and then dry with a lint-free towel or paper towel.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2024
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Devonne Goode, Parents, 23 Oct. 2024
Wrap the bag in a thin cloth or paper towel to protect the skin.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
Optional attachable extras include a cutting board, garbage bag holder, utensil hooks, paper towel holder, and magnetic knife block.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2024
Edwards says the best way to clean raspberries is to wash them under cool running water immediately before use and then dry with a lint-free towel or paper towel.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2024
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“Paper towel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paper%20towel. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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