wipe away
phrasal verb
wiped away; wiping away; wipes away
: to remove (something) by rubbing
Wipe away grease with our all-purpose cleaner.
He wiped her tears away.
—often used figurativelyYou cannot simply wipe away the history of this country.
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Experts have said rising vacancy levels had forced landlords to accept less in rent, but the fires wiped away thousands of homes, suddenly thrusting many people into the rental market.
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Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2025
How to Deep Clean the Exterior of a Slow Cooker
To clean the exterior of a slow cooker, use a damp microfiber cloth and a pea-sized drop of dish soap to wipe away stuck-on food, drips, or smudges.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Feb. 2025
The Furniture Use a dry, clean cloth to wipe away any moisture.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
Singer and Yellowstone star Lainey Wilson splits pants mid-concert: 'Y'all just about got a real show'
The third photo sees Wilson wearing her ring and wiping away tears, beside an arrangement of candles, roses, and photos of the couple.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 13 Feb. 2025
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Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2025
How to Deep Clean the Exterior of a Slow Cooker
To clean the exterior of a slow cooker, use a damp microfiber cloth and a pea-sized drop of dish soap to wipe away stuck-on food, drips, or smudges.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Feb. 2025
The Furniture Use a dry, clean cloth to wipe away any moisture.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
Singer and Yellowstone star Lainey Wilson splits pants mid-concert: 'Y'all just about got a real show'
The third photo sees Wilson wearing her ring and wiping away tears, beside an arrangement of candles, roses, and photos of the couple.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 13 Feb. 2025
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“Wipe away.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wipe%20away. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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