as in to clean
to remove the dirt from
in preparation for one of her mother-in-law's dreaded visits, she had GI'd the whole house
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Recent Examples of GI
Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2025
This means that compared to other breads, sourdough is low on the glycemic index (GI), a classification system that ranks carbohydrate-rich foods on a scale of 0-100 according to their impact on blood sugar levels.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 28 Jan. 2025
For instance, individuals with certain gastrointestinal (GI) conditions may find white bread easier to digest.2
How Do the Bread Types Differ?
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 23 Jan. 2025
All parts of this plant contains saponins, which can cause salivation, vomiting and GI upset.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2025
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Noun
After returning from the war, Johnson became the first woman to enroll on the GI Bill at Winston-Salem Teachers College (now Winston-Salem State University).
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2025
This means that compared to other breads, sourdough is low on the glycemic index (GI), a classification system that ranks carbohydrate-rich foods on a scale of 0-100 according to their impact on blood sugar levels.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 28 Jan. 2025
For instance, individuals with certain gastrointestinal (GI) conditions may find white bread easier to digest.2
How Do the Bread Types Differ?
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 23 Jan. 2025
All parts of this plant contains saponins, which can cause salivation, vomiting and GI upset.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for GI
Verb
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But the wisdom of a broad perspective isn’t confined to the cleaning aisle or personal care.—
Nell Derick Debevoise,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Moisten the disposable sheets with water and a gentle cleaning agent like Dawn dish soap, then use the DIY wet wipes to clean countertops or messy faces.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
23 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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What To Know In a press release on Sunday, the Netherlands' defense ministry announced that its Royal Navy had escorted a fleet of six Russian ships—comprising three naval vessels and three civilian ships—navigating through the Mediterranean Sea en route to a Russian port.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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The carrier had arrived at a naval base in Crete earlier in the week, a rare break for the strike group that has been in constant operations, though the pace had ebbed as Israel's ceasefire with Hamas took effect in mid-January.—
Luis Martinez,
ABC News,
13 Feb. 2025
Verb
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If stains persist, try scrubbing gently with a soft bristled brush.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2025
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Manual exfoliation—or scrubbing your scalp while shampooing—can help clear oil and skin build-up that can lead to itching and flaking.7 Why and How to Do a Scalp Detox 6.—
Marisa Garshick,
Verywell Health,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth insists President Trump ’s abrupt firing of the nation’s senior military officer amid a wave of dismissals at the Pentagon wasn’t unusual, brushing aside outcry that the new administration is openly seeking to inject politics into the military.—
Will Weissert,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2025
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That he was only buried on Sunday underscores the militant group’s weakened state, after an Israeli military campaign in Lebanon last autumn nearly wiped out the group’s top military brass and killed thousands of its fighters, in addition to hundreds of civilians.—
CNN Staff,
CNN,
23 Feb. 2025
Verb
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It’s formulated with a mix of plant oils including grape seed, lavender, and sunflower seed to rinse off waterproof makeup without feeling heavy or greasy on your face.—
Sarah Y. Wu,
Glamour,
19 Feb. 2025
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My indulgence is going home afterward, taking a shower to rinse off any excess hair clippings, and using our Seaweed Scalp Scrub.—
Alexandra Pastore,
WWD,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Military service offers both personal growth and long-term career stability, allowing individuals to serve their country while preparing for a successful post-service career.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes,
5 Sep. 2024
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Does your company take steps to anonymize user data when it is used for its own purposes, shared with service providers, or shared with non-service provider third parties?—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
Ars Technica,
4 Dec. 2023
Adjective
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The Serpent Society, a brutal mercenary group led by Giancarlo Esposito's Sidewinder, already weaponized the metal.—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
13 Feb. 2025
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Along the way, Captain America battles villains like Giancarlo Esposito's mercenary killer Sidewinder and Samuel Sterns, a role Tim Blake Nelson reprises for the first time since 2008's The Incredible Hulk.—
Tommy McArdle,
People.com,
12 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Some dozen militiamen had driven into the mountains near Peter Sinks, Utah, one of the coldest places in the contiguous U.S.—
Joshua Kaplan,
ProPublica,
4 Jan. 2025
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The attack was carried out by local LDS militiamen, aided by Native American allies.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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“GI.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/GI. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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