paper towel
noun
: a sheet of soft and thick paper that can soak up liquid and that is used for drying hands, cleaning up spills, etc.
a roll of paper towels
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While those parts are soaking, use a soft towel or paper towel and warm, soapy water to wipe down the base of the blender, concentrating on any visible residue.
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Lauren David, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
When cool, pat dry with another paper towel.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 14 Sep. 2025
When using frozen spinach, thaw before using and pat dry with a paper towel.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Wipe down the rest of the fridge with a commercial or homemade bleach disinfectant, then dry completely with a paper towel.
—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 10 Sep. 2025
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Lauren David, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
When cool, pat dry with another paper towel.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 14 Sep. 2025
When using frozen spinach, thaw before using and pat dry with a paper towel.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Wipe down the rest of the fridge with a commercial or homemade bleach disinfectant, then dry completely with a paper towel.
—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 10 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for paper towel
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“Paper towel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paper%20towel. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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