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cleaning

[klee-ning] / ˈkli nɪŋ /


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"A lot of painting, cleaning, mowing and gardening. Every day is different," said Llwyd.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

“Since 1976, air conditioning systems changed and agencies around the world have more stringent cleaning and hygiene standards for cooling towers and large-scale air-conditioning systems,” the CDC says.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

The MV Hondius, the ship where the outbreak occurred, will undergo cleaning and disinfecting after it arrives in the Netherlands Monday, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

These microscopic particles act as drugs themselves, helping the brain restore its own natural cleaning system and dramatically reducing toxic protein buildup linked to Alzheimer's disease.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

She’s supposed to be cleaning the rooms, and I don’t want her to get in trouble.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy




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