as in to launder
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Recent Examples of dry-clean
Wool garments are often labeled as hand-wash only, machine-washable, or dry-clean only.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
But that’s not an option for Rajak, who relies on his dry-cleaning job to provide for his family.
—Helen Regan, CNN, 20 Nov. 2024
That can be handy, since heavier blankets like these are often harder to clean (and in some cases, can only be dry-cleaned).
—Kathleen Felton, SELF, 19 Nov. 2024
And what’s the deal with the dry-cleaning king of Brooklyn?
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2024
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
But that’s not an option for Rajak, who relies on his dry-cleaning job to provide for his family.
—Helen Regan, CNN, 20 Nov. 2024
That can be handy, since heavier blankets like these are often harder to clean (and in some cases, can only be dry-cleaned).
—Kathleen Felton, SELF, 19 Nov. 2024
And what’s the deal with the dry-cleaning king of Brooklyn?
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for dry-clean
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dry-clean
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Instead of lab testing or giving sheets a quick once over in a store, our editors brought these linen sheets in their homes to launder them and sleep on them—just like our readers would—and kept an eye out for qualities like a relaxed look and feel.—
Nora Taylor,
Architectural Digest,
25 Feb. 2025
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The United States must take action to strengthen its anti-money laundering efforts and further the fight against illicit fentanyl trafficking.—
Ross O'Keefe,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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It’s formulated with a mix of plant oils including grape seed, lavender, and sunflower seed to rinse off waterproof makeup without feeling heavy or greasy on your face.—
Sarah Y. Wu,
Glamour,
19 Feb. 2025
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My indulgence is going home afterward, taking a shower to rinse off any excess hair clippings, and using our Seaweed Scalp Scrub.—
Alexandra Pastore,
WWD,
19 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Next, wipe the curler down with a rag dampened with warm, soapy water.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
17 Feb. 2025
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At another, the four-year-old appeared to pick his nose and wipe it on the Resolute Desk.—
Fortesa Latifi,
Rolling Stone,
16 Feb. 2025
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Cocktails also get creative treatment: The Open Sesame (18 dollars), for example, melds rye washed in sesame oil, prosecco and shiso bitters into a palate-pleasing elixir.—
Cindy Hirschfeld,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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While silk does have antimicrobial properties, pillowcases, like your face, need to be washed regularly to avoid harboring bacteria.—
Morgan Fargo,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2025
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Usage: After shampooing, smooth the mask evenly through damp hair from roots to ends.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
4 Feb. 2025
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However, using it too often or as a replacement for shampooing and conditioning your hair can pose some problems.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
3 Feb. 2025
Verb
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If stains persist, try scrubbing gently with a soft bristled brush.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2025
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Manual exfoliation—or scrubbing your scalp while shampooing—can help clear oil and skin build-up that can lead to itching and flaking.7 Why and How to Do a Scalp Detox 6.—
Marisa Garshick,
Verywell Health,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Moisten the disposable sheets with water and a gentle cleaning agent like Dawn dish soap, then use the DIY wet wipes to clean countertops or messy faces.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
23 Feb. 2025
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But the wisdom of a broad perspective isn’t confined to the cleaning aisle or personal care.—
Nell Derick Debevoise,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Earlier this month, Murray Auchincloss, BP’s current chief executive, brushed off an analyst’s question about reverting to a more normal approach to the Russian holding, noting that Rosneft remained under sanctions by more than a dozen countries.—
Stanley Reed,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2025
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While many dismiss this sort of movie fare, and many others brushed off a later-career showing from the Wayans, those who respect the parody’s never-taking-itself-too-seriously nature will find that Marlon Wayans still knew how to make a hilarious spoof into the 2010s and beyond.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Dry-clean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dry-clean. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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