as in to scrub
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for muck (out)
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Organizations now expect chain-of-thought traces, scrubbed for secrets but rich enough for auditors.—
Josh Scriven,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025 -
And efforts to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion programs coincide with government agencies scrubbing mentions of trans people from their websites.—
Calista Oetama,
Sacbee.com,
11 July 2025
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Trump, facing outrage from many of his own supporters, has tried and failed to brush off concerns about the case.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
29 July 2025
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If there are removable parts, remove them and follow the same steps as above (brush away debris, clean, and disinfect).—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
25 July 2025
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The mirror had been covered with a cloth, a gentle precaution in case our reflections turned out to be too startling.—
Essence,
Essence,
22 July 2025
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That hits Warner’s own legacy especially hard, because Theo turned out to be the best comedic foil for Cliff.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
21 July 2025
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Go over everything with a clean rag dipped in your soapy solution, wiping every surface.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
25 July 2025
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Since this is a closed beta test, that means there will be a cap on how many players are allowed entry and all characters and progress will be wiped after the testing period.—
David Jagneaux,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Flash flooding currents are strong and can sweep drivers off roadways.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 July 2025
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Once a cult product known for its use in aiding hair growth through scalp massage, castor oil — a natural oil derived from castor seeds — is now sweeping the beauty-sphere with its many uses and purported benefits.—
Tanya Akim,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Failing to clean dirty clothing or fabrics gives larvae an ideal food source.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
30 July 2025
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Todd, 56, began by discussing an inmate who suffered a lung health issue after allegedly being forced to clean asbestos and black mold without a respirator.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
30 July 2025
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Lutnick was carrying around a physical prototype of the Trump Card, and combing through the sign-up list to see who was interested.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
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No Mongolian goats had ever had their bellies combed in its creation.—
Inga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 July 2025
Verb
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Remember that small changes, like pouring your DIY cleaning solutions into glass spray bottles or dusting items with an old-fashioned feather duster, can make a big difference in your cleaning experience.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 July 2025
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It’s recommended to dust your countertops daily with a soft, dry microfiber cloth to remove debris.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
22 July 2025
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“Muck (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/muck%20%28out%29. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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