as in censored
to remove objectionable parts from
had to launder the quarterback's off-the-cuff's remarks before they could be quoted in the newspaper
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Recent Examples of laundered
Some fabrics, like stretchy elastane and nylon, can retain bacteria and sweat—and, thus, need to be laundered more frequently to prevent odors and preserve the integrity of the material.
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Emily Chan, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2024
Once laundered, return the fresh towels to the guest bedroom or bathroom.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Dec. 2024
Plus, the durable long-staple material held up well when laundered.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
When garments enter a facility, they’re inspected for any necessary cleaning or repairs, then—with your approval—laundered and mended.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
Yet the clients received six-figure tax refunds and repaid Walton and Jones with large fees that the two women laundered through local banks, prosecutors said.
—Gabriella Rudy, NBC News, 29 Nov. 2024
According to the indictment, the clients—who were not eligible for these credits—received six-figure refunds with Walton and Jones taking substantial fees laundered through local banks.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
The scheme was found to involve at least $3 billion in bribes, many of which had been laundered through schemes like the carwash.
—Jack Nicas, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
The bribes, according to the indictment, were laundered through shell companies owned by Imelda Cuellar.
—John C. Moritz, USA TODAY, 6 Nov. 2024
Emily Chan, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2024
Once laundered, return the fresh towels to the guest bedroom or bathroom.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Dec. 2024
Plus, the durable long-staple material held up well when laundered.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
When garments enter a facility, they’re inspected for any necessary cleaning or repairs, then—with your approval—laundered and mended.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
Yet the clients received six-figure tax refunds and repaid Walton and Jones with large fees that the two women laundered through local banks, prosecutors said.
—Gabriella Rudy, NBC News, 29 Nov. 2024
According to the indictment, the clients—who were not eligible for these credits—received six-figure refunds with Walton and Jones taking substantial fees laundered through local banks.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
The scheme was found to involve at least $3 billion in bribes, many of which had been laundered through schemes like the carwash.
—Jack Nicas, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
The bribes, according to the indictment, were laundered through shell companies owned by Imelda Cuellar.
—John C. Moritz, USA TODAY, 6 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laundered
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Bri censored out in the video what the flavor was, not wanting to further spoil the surprise.—
Victoria Edel,
People.com,
2 Jan. 2025
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Of course, obscene content has been censored, and services that clearly broke intellectual property laws, like Napster, WikiLeaks, and The Pirate Bay were shuttered, but, for the average person, the internet remained broadly open in the United States.—
Callum Booth,
Forbes,
16 Dec. 2024
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Instead of being sent on a trip to Disney World, the householders are involved during the renovation process, which has been shortened from one week to four days.—
Maxwell Millington,
Axios,
2 Jan. 2025
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At the same point in the 2020-21 season, which was also shortened by the pandemic, the Kings were 13-20.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacramento Bee,
1 Jan. 2025
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Letters are edited for clarity and length.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Jan. 2025
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His answers have been lightly edited for clarity and length.—
Gabby Herzig,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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