How to Use isopropyl alcohol in a Sentence
isopropyl alcohol
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Next, take out a clean cloth, the isopropyl alcohol, and some Q-tips.
—Paul Sarconi, WIRED, 24 Apr. 2018
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Next, rinse the rust remover out of the chip with isopropyl alcohol.
—Paul Wright, Popular Mechanics, 13 Nov. 2020
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Point a fan in your dog's direction and rub isopropyl alcohol on the dog's foot pads to help cool the dog.
—Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2023
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At the bottom of the cylinder, a shallow pool of isopropyl alcohol awaits a spark.
—Jayme Moye, Popular Mechanics, 30 Jan. 2020
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Get some isopropyl alcohol, dab it on a lint-free wipe, and wipe the processor and heatsink.
—Jess Grey, Wired, 7 June 2020
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Get some isopropyl alcohol, dab it on a lint-free wipe, and wipe the processor and heat sink.
—Jaina Grey Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 4 Nov. 2022
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What to do: Pour about half an inch of isopropyl alcohol into the bottom of the bottle.
—Rebecca Renner, National Geographic, 10 June 2020
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Use a drop or two of isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab and wipe it on the insects to remove them.
—Tim Johnson, chicagotribune.com, 27 Dec. 2020
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Bryan said bleach killed the virus in about five minutes and isopropyl alcohol killed it in 30 seconds.
—Allyson Chiu, Anchorage Daily News, 24 Apr. 2020
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Greenberg fires it up using just a bit of 70% or 91% isopropyl alcohol for a clean burn.
—Sarah Grossbart, wsj.com, 14 Dec. 2023
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To get a stain out, make a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water, then wipe it onto the spot with a microfiber cloth.
—Maya Pottiger, Washington Post, 24 May 2023
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To target the peeling area, pull back the wallpaper in that area and clean the wall with a mixture of 2/3 isopropyl alcohol and 1/3 water.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2023
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To target the peeling area, pull back the wallpaper in that area and clean the wall with a mixture of 2/3 isopropyl alcohol and 1/3 water.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Dec. 2022
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Some alcohols can be stripping to the hair—ethyl alcohol, methanol and isopropyl alcohol, to name a few.
—Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2021
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Then, for some samples, isopropyl alcohol was added to arrest the hydration of the cement.
—Jason Daley, Smithsonian, 21 May 2018
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In this case, plan to look for a stove that uses fuels readily available around the globe like isopropyl alcohol.
—Chris Meehan, Popular Mechanics, 26 June 2023
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After the closure, Boulder+ wiped mats with isopropyl alcohol and sprayed a disinfectant from the top of the climbing walls to sanitize the holds.
—Wufei Yu, Outside Online, 19 Mar. 2020
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Then, use a disinfecting wipe or a cotton ball dampened with 70% isopropyl alcohol and swab all sides of the switch and backplate.
—Brigitt Earley, Good Housekeeping, 10 Nov. 2020
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Try spraying a little isopropyl alcohol on a microfiber cloth, rub on stubborn stains, and dunk keycaps in the soapy water again to rinse.
—Simon Hill, WIRED, 17 Nov. 2022
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Instead, mix in a small spray bottle a solution of half water half 70 percent isopropyl alcohol, spray down your phone and wipe clean with a soft cloth.
—Anne Saker, Cincinnati.com, 17 Jan. 2018
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Dampen an old white rag with rubbing or isopropyl alcohol, and use it to remove the ink stains from the warm dryer interior.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2022
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There's also a squeeze bottle with what looks like, um, really watery icing, the use of which required a man to pour isopropyl alcohol across the stage to clean up after.
—Chelsea Brasted, NOLA.com, 10 May 2018
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Start by prepping your nail beds with polish remover, isopropyl alcohol or a pre-soaked pad included in your kit.
—Baze Mpinja, WSJ, 4 Mar. 2021
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In terms of cleaning the device, Dr. Lal recommends soaking the head in 70 percent isopropyl alcohol for one minute after use and before use.
—ELLE, 24 Mar. 2023
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Sarah*, 45, a disabled mum of five in Hampshire, ordered N95 masks and isopropyl alcohol, to make her own antibacterial gel, through eBay.
—Natalie Gil, refinery29.com, 5 Apr. 2020
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Using connections in the industry, the Galley found enough ethanol and isopropyl alcohol for the first run, and got approvals to handle the volatile liquids from the local Fire Department.
—Rusty Simmons, SFChronicle.com, 8 Apr. 2020
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Fill a spray bottle with one-third part water and two-thirds parts 91 percent isopropyl alcohol to create your own ice-melting solution.
—Laura Daily, Washington Post, 12 Nov. 2019
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Remove the batteries and replace the cover, and then dampen a cloth with 70% isopropyl alcohol or grab a disinfecting wipe.
—Brigitt Earley, Good Housekeeping, 11 Dec. 2020
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The percentages on the labels of isopropyl alcohol refer to the alcohol concentration in them.
—Outdoor Life, 12 Mar. 2020
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If water isn’t working, use isopropyl alcohol, but use it sparingly, and make sure your room is well ventilated.
—Simon Hill, WIRED, 17 Nov. 2022
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