as in to scrub
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Verb
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Isar scrubbed a launch attempt Monday due to unfavorable winds at the launch site in Norway.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Mar. 2025 -
Its abrasive texture is great for scrubbing away tough stains.—
Halee Miller Van Ryswyk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Mar. 2025
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Coat an 8-inch round cake pan with olive oil, line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper, and lightly brush the parchment with olive oil.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Mar. 2025
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One micro-braided tendril brushed her face and a few were left free of the bun to fall over her shoulders.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Submission defense would turn out to be her Achilles’ heel throughout her career.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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But their target turns out to be a boy named Jamie, played by Owen Cooper, who was fourteen during filming.—
Doreen St. Félix,
The New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
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During one post-coital scene, Viet wipes ejaculate from Nam’s naked body.—
Josh Slater-Williams,
IndieWire,
28 Mar. 2025
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Other moments included Nara getting her bridal makeup done, being walked down the aisle by her father and wiping Lucky's tears at the altar.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
24 Mar. 2025
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Storms are expected to fire up within the next few hours and sweep across the watch area through the evening.—
Kenton Gewecke,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2025
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Strong to severe thunderstorms are likely to sweep across the Kansas City area overnight Tuesday, bringing the possibility of heavy rain, damaging winds, large hail, and maybe a tornado, according to the National Weather Service.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Pilot projects underway The latest solutions from Miami-Dade County to fix the polluted bay include three new projects to improve infrastructure — all different variations on advanced filters to clean dirty street water.—
Courtney Heath,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2025
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Micellar water is also an excellent, gentle option for cleaning makeup brushes.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In order to find the best hydrating serums for dry skin, our team combed the market for options from top brands.—
Claire Sullivan,
WWD,
19 Mar. 2025
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Dozens of investigators from six different law enforcement agencies were combing the crime scene at the Mississippi Ridge Boarding Kennels with body cameras rolling.—
Jonathan Vigliotti,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2025
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The Bigmouth Buffalo Is In No Hurry To Grow Its Population Broad-bodied, olive-toned and often dusted with copper or black speckles, the bigmouth buffalo, or Ictiobus cyprinellus, can grow over four feet long and tip the scales at 80 pounds.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Try to commit to a regular cleaning routine, including vacuuming, damp mopping, and dusting surfaces once a week.—
Daniel More,
Verywell Health,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Muck (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/muck%20%28out%29. Accessed 6 Apr. 2025.
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