Example Sentences

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In recent years, the Danes have been tidying up that mess, base by abandoned base.

From Salon • Jan. 24, 2025

They really have been tidying up the area.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2011

I see you have been tidying it up and clearing away the moss from the name.

From The Daughters of Danaus by Caird, Mona

The servants have been tidying the place whilst I was out—confound them!

From Under False Pretences A Novel by Sergeant, Adeline