Example Sentences

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Donning my academic editor title, I imagined myself tasked with the act of tidying, turning teenage madness, drama, beauty into writing that is still dramatic and beautiful—just grammatically correct.

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026

And the groove, this time led by a simple, prancing line by Mr. Maynard, simulates the rhythmic movement of tidying up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

Minister Chung said North Koreans have been spotted "sprucing up" areas near the JSA for the first time this year -- cleaning, pulling weeds, tidying flower beds and taking photos.

From Barron's • Oct. 25, 2025

Friendship reaffirmed, they then made time to hang out, even through the "mundane connection" of tidying together.

From BBC • Oct. 12, 2025

Our friendship could use a little tidying up, too.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein