rubbing alcohol
noun
: a cooling and soothing liquid for external application that contains approximately 70 percent denatured ethanol or isopropanol
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Some brands, like Bose, recommend using rubbing alcohol on the plastic exterior; others, like Sony, say solvents can wear down headphone materials.
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Julia Ries, Outside Online, 14 Nov. 2024
In contrast, stains on laminate cabinets can be carefully removed using rubbing alcohol, and scuff marks buffed out with a melamine sponge.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2024
Mix a cup of water, a cup of rubbing alcohol, and one tablespoon vinegar in a spray bottle.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
Spray the inside with a mixture of rubbing alcohol and distilled water.
—Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 13 Sep. 2024
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Julia Ries, Outside Online, 14 Nov. 2024
In contrast, stains on laminate cabinets can be carefully removed using rubbing alcohol, and scuff marks buffed out with a melamine sponge.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2024
Mix a cup of water, a cup of rubbing alcohol, and one tablespoon vinegar in a spray bottle.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
Spray the inside with a mixture of rubbing alcohol and distilled water.
—Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 13 Sep. 2024
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rubbing alcohol
noun
rub·bing alcohol
ˈrəb-iŋ-ˌ 
: a cooling and soothing liquid for external application that contains approximately 70 percent denatured ethanol or isopropyl alcohol
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