cleanse
verb (used with object)
to make clean.
cleanses
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present tense formof cleanse (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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It was just out of earshot from Oz nodding along to musings on how “sleep is when the brain cleanses itself.”
From Slate ● Jul. 1, 2026
After a warm and ice-cold shower, he cleanses his face and rubs a frozen cucumber over it, which he says will reduce puffiness, acne and brighten his skin.
From BBC ● Mar. 14, 2026
Although it has a far lower rate of parasitic disease than other countries, the U.S. is the biggest buyer of detox products, including parasite cleanses.
From Salon ● May 18, 2025
Hindus believe taking a dip in the sacred waters cleanses people of sins.
From BBC ● Jan. 13, 2025
Something about it, though, cleanses everything that’s crowding my mind.
From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles
