Example Sentences

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Wiping away tears, she wondered: Was it happiness and pride as well?

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 8, 2024

Wiping out wild poliovirus, of which there are three strains, termed serotypes 1, 2 and 3, has been the goal of global eradication efforts since they began in 1988.

From Scientific American • Aug. 21, 2023

Wiping down surfaces regularly is a must to deter dust and grime.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 18, 2023

Wiping out the AT1 bondholders, which upended a long-established practice of granting them priority over shareholders in a debt recovery, shocked the market and triggered lawsuits against FINMA, which has defended its decision.

From Reuters • May 18, 2023

Wiping tears, she caught her breath and said, “You’re a good boy, Campbell, so I’m going to give you a little extra help.”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith