clear the table
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"We will clear the table," Asfura said at a recent rally, distancing himself from accusations of corruption and pledging action.
From Reuters ● Nov. 26, 2021
Chris’ response: “Well, the brisket is cooked, sister, so clear the table, slather some sauce on it and go to town.”
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 12, 2021
The habit is so ingrained now that she estimates it only takes her family 10 to 15 minutes to clear the table, load the dishes and scrub the kitchen sink.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 2, 2021
We’d all have to set the table and clear the table.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 16, 2018
“I was thinking,” Mom says as we begin to clear the table.
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
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