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- self-cleaning adjective
Etymology
Origin of cleaning
Example Sentences
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What’s Next: Malone separated the Braves from his Liberty Media in 2023 and hasn’t been in a hurry to sell, but he’s 85 now and has been cleaning up his empire.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
Workers at Catalyst Refiners Inc. in Institute, W.Va., were cleaning and decontaminating a metal processing site—in preparation for closing it down—when a chemical reaction created dangerous hydrogen sulfide gas around 9:30 a.m.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
"This government is committed restoring nature and cleaning up our rivers," she said.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
Nazarian said the property owner will be billed for clearing and cleaning the lot.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
“This schoolroom needs a thorough cleaning before our…company comes. Just look at those windows. And that kindling needs to be in a neat stack. And, Pearl, you’ll sweep the floor.”
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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