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ironing

[ahy-er-ning] / ˈaɪ ər nɪŋ /


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In this case, I can’t see how ironing out a few wrinkles and covering a rumpled duvet with a digital bedspread materially misrepresents your home.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Both are still ironing out the details of the agreement, with improved access to the European market for Australia's lamb and beef a key source of contention.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

The house was unlocked, the ironing board was out, the hoover plugged in, washing was hanging on the line outside, the medication she needed for Crohn's disease had been left behind.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

A U.S. official said the meetings had been constructive and further talks will focus on ironing out details of the agreement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 23, 2025

Framed pictures are stacked up against one wall; an ironing board is propped up in a corner; several bags, half-filled and open, lie strewn around.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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