as in pristine
free from dirt or stain
feeling squeaky-clean and smelling nice after her bath
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Recent Examples of squeaky-clean
Ninety-two restaurants and food trucks revved up for South Florida’s traditional high season by scoring top marks for their squeaky-clean kitchens, from 3030 Ocean and a Duffy’s Sports Grill in Broward County to Gourmet Killer Dogs and Pizzaioli in Palm Beach County.
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Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
Each episode is full of kid-friendly slapstick violence and mean-spirited comedy, giving the series more in common with Looney Tunes and Tex Avery than with squeaky-clean Disney fare.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Jan. 2026
In shampoo, sulfates are responsible for creating bubbles and a lather that contributes to the squeaky-clean feel that can sometimes strip the hair in the process.
—Staff Author, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
Glycerin works alongside these surfactants to draw water into the skin, reducing that tight, squeaky-clean feeling.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 1 Jan. 2026
Characterized by barely-there nudes with a subtle hint of chrome or shimmer, soft metallics have the squeaky-clean, spa-fresh appeal of soap nails with a fairytale twist.
—Rachel Krause, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2025
Dick Van Dyke, the squeaky-clean Disney icon, gave up his vices long ago — and says it’s paid off with a remarkably long life.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025
Blow is proud of his squeaky-clean image, which was a conscious choice.
—David Kamp, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
And last year saw the release of Netflix’s Hit Man, a fizzy black comedy that picked at the squeaky-clean star image of its lead actor, Glen Powell.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
Each episode is full of kid-friendly slapstick violence and mean-spirited comedy, giving the series more in common with Looney Tunes and Tex Avery than with squeaky-clean Disney fare.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Jan. 2026
In shampoo, sulfates are responsible for creating bubbles and a lather that contributes to the squeaky-clean feel that can sometimes strip the hair in the process.
—Staff Author, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
Glycerin works alongside these surfactants to draw water into the skin, reducing that tight, squeaky-clean feeling.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 1 Jan. 2026
Characterized by barely-there nudes with a subtle hint of chrome or shimmer, soft metallics have the squeaky-clean, spa-fresh appeal of soap nails with a fairytale twist.
—Rachel Krause, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2025
Dick Van Dyke, the squeaky-clean Disney icon, gave up his vices long ago — and says it’s paid off with a remarkably long life.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025
Blow is proud of his squeaky-clean image, which was a conscious choice.
—David Kamp, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
And last year saw the release of Netflix’s Hit Man, a fizzy black comedy that picked at the squeaky-clean star image of its lead actor, Glen Powell.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squeaky-clean
Adjective
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Truckee, home to about 17,000 residents, is known for its pristine winter beauty and proximity to Lake Tahoe and Donner Lake.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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These look like red wax hearts sealed on a white envelope—crisp, pristine, yet somehow still romantic.—
Rebecca Norris,
InStyle,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Though her most recent airport outfit was far more relaxed than her arrival look, never expect Amal’s jeans and sweaters to look anything less than immaculate.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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The standard rooms are called deluxe because everything here is immaculate, generously proportioned and exquisitely comfortable – and all the guests are made to feel special.—
Caroline Law,
TheWeek,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The data center will match 100 percent of its electricity use with clean energy, according to the company.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Feb. 2026
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India’s clean energy rollout still relies on China, which dominates supply chains for critical minerals and electrotech.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Squeaky-clean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squeaky-clean. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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