clean
Example Sentences
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She said their dams could help regulate water flows, help release water during droughts and help keep the water clean.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
Unfortunately, if your network doesn’t get a clean bill of health, it’s a bigger challenge to find out what’s wrong.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
"But would you rather have clean air and lower electricity bills or Cocomelon for adults?" she joked, referring to the animated children's channel that is among YouTube's most subscribed.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
But access to clean water remains a challenge in many parts of India, especially in summer, due to reasons including water shortages, groundwater contamination and infrastructure gaps.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
Mama went in the house and came back with some clean rags, a bottle of peroxide, and some iodine.
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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