dust
noun
earth or other matter in fine, dry particles.
has dusted
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present perfectof dust (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Now 75 and retired from full-time recording and touring, he has dusted down his guitars to take part in Selkirk Musical Theatre Group's latest show, We Will Rock You.
From BBC ● Feb. 27, 2026
To measure the current configuration’s efficacy, Walsh has dusted wild-caught lanternflies in fluorescent-yellow powder and released them at the base of the poles.
From National Geographic ● Aug. 31, 2023
In his second stint as head coach, Schiano has dusted off more trick plays in three games than most coaches would use in a season.
From Washington Times ● Nov. 13, 2020
For its latest YouTube cover, the New York ensemble – led by musician Scott Bradlee – has dusted off Radiohead’s seminal ‘90s hit “Creep.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 8, 2015
Sally has dusted the piano no less than five times to-day in anticipation.
From Strawberry Acres by Grace S. (Grace Smith) Richmond
