washing

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The initial idea came from a personal interest Rigden had in watching YouTube videos of people power washing and the "simplicity of seeing dirt turn to cleanliness".

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

One concern is that washing could create a lead-containing residue inside machines, which might need to be cleaned to prevent releasing contamination into wastewater.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

On this occasion, Leo will return to tradition by performing the traditional "washing of the feet" of 12 Roman priests.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

The team found a news article about other human remains washing ashore in 1999 a few miles south of Bodega Bay, about four miles from Salmon Creek State Beach, according to the release.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

He turned toward the stove fire, the orange light washing over the planes of his face.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows