wipe (something) clean

idiom

: to clean (something) by wiping

I wiped the table clean.

: to completely remove something from (something) : to remove everything from (something)

—usually used as (be) wiped clean

After the accident, his memory of the day was wiped clean.

Examples of wipe (something) clean in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Clean any oil residue off the elbows with a rag and paint thinner, then lightly sand the elbows and wipe clean again. —

Beverly Rivers, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Sep. 2024 The outer nylon shell is easy to wipe clean and comes in three neutral colors to match any professional aesthetic. —

Kelsey Kunik, Rd, Parents, 11 Aug. 2024 The bag includes a large interior pocket for clothes and other belongings, plus end pockets specifically designed for shoes and wet items (the material is easy to wipe clean). —

Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2024 The durable material, meantime, is water-resistant and easy to wipe clean. —

Tim Chan, Variety, 1 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for wipe (something) clean

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