soap

Definition of soapnext
as in cleaner
a substance used for cleaning a little soap and water should clean this in no time

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Recent Examples of soap Before her soap journey began, Grahn was studying drama with legendary teachers Sandy Meisner and Bill Esper and had already played a variety of roles on the stage. Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 After openly lobbying for a guest role on a daytime soap opera, John Oliver will make his soap debut on General Hospital this week. Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 29 June 2026 There would be no Yellowstone without Dallas, the 14-season soap that turned stars Larry Hagman, Patrick Duffy, and Barbara Bel Geddes into household names. Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 28 June 2026 White vinegar’s mild acid dissolves soap scum, mildew, and mineral buildup. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for soap
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Noun
  • Clean glass in shaded conditions to stop cleaners from drying too fast and leaving marks.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 2 July 2026
  • Try running a vacation rental somewhere without reliable cleaners, handymen or a guest base.
    Avery Carl, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • Using a fabric rinse instead of detergent can also break down stubborn deodorant stains.
    Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 2 July 2026
  • Wash your under-PPE clothes with detergent, dry them on high heat and shower right after.
    Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • Over 17,000 shoppers have awarded this shampoo-and-conditioner duo five stars.
    Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 27 June 2026
  • There’s nothing much worse than arriving at your destination to find your date night dress soaked in shampoo.
    Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026

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“Soap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soap. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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