cleaning

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Nazarian said the property owner will be billed for clearing and cleaning the lot.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

The Food Standards Agency says there are a number of actions businesses can take to avoid cross-contamination, including cleaning utensils, handwashing and storing ingredients separately.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Scientists say this is the first known example of one ant species cleaning a much larger ant.

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026

“But they could begin by cleaning up their old waste,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

“This schoolroom needs a thorough cleaning before our…company comes. Just look at those windows. And that kindling needs to be in a neat stack. And, Pearl, you’ll sweep the floor.”

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck