clean off

Example Sentences

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Taking a shower is an opportunity to clean off the smells and stickiness of the day, she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025

The waves clean off decaying organic matter that could cause pockets of low oxygen, which can be fatal to pupfish eggs.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2024

When he opened the front door the water "just wiped me clean off my feet", he said.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2023

Entire walls of beachside high rises were ripped clean off.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 26, 2023

“Mom," Eleanor whispered urgently, “I have to clean off."

From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell