How to Use wipe down in a Sentence

wipe down

phrasal verb
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  • Using one of the soft sponges, wipe down the wall and work the soap into the dirt.
    — Sara Rodrigues, House Beautiful, 21 June 2023
  • The silicone bags are easy to wipe down and come in two sizes.
    — Terri Peters, Parents, 4 June 2024
  • The smart components on this scale were clear and easy to use, and the scale is sleek and easy to wipe down.
    — Caroline Thomason, Health, 14 June 2023
  • If the grill is removable, wipe down the blades with a microfiber cloth.
    — Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Feb. 2024
  • Some people prefer to wipe down the base and lid with a baby wipe.
    — Emily Stone Published, Verywell Health, 5 July 2023
  • And wipe down cast-iron grill grates with a light coating of vegetable oil.
    — Timothy Dahl, Popular Mechanics, 27 July 2023
  • Rinse the slow cooker with water and use a cloth to wipe down the inside and outside.
    — Samantha Hunter, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2023
  • Wipe Clean Rinse the slow cooker with water and use a cloth to wipe down the inside and outside.
    — Samantha Hunter, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2023
  • The tables that are made of melamine so they can be wiped down easily.
    — Timothy Latterner, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2023
  • There are little nooks and crannies where food can fall into, and the wood wasn’t easy to wipe down.
    — Jessica Booth, Parents, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Straps can be wiped down with a wet paper towel or wipe.
    — Jessica Booth, Parents, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Other bags, such as those made of nylon, are best wiped down with a damp cloth or spot cleaned.
    — Talia Ergas, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2023
  • Then wipe down the entire compressor with a damp cloth.
    — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 25 Apr. 2023
  • Other pet hair removers may be wiped down with a damp cloth or rinsed in the sink after use.
    — Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 13 June 2023
  • It’s made with a durable material that’s easy to wipe down.
    — Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 7 Sep. 2023
  • Dip a sponge or cloth into the soapy water and wipe down the interior of the microwave.
    — Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Then, wipe down surfaces, starting with the ceiling fan.
    — Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 8 Jan. 2024
  • Use a mild soap and a soft cloth to wipe down exterior surfaces.
    — Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2024
  • After cooking and the stove top is cool, give it a good wipe down with an all-purpose cleaner sprayed on a damp cloth.
    — Alicia Chilton, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2023
  • Viewers had to start wiping down their television sets from the steam.
    — David Betancourt, Washington Post, 12 Sep. 2023
  • If there are tough greasy spots, try using straight vinegar, then wipe down with plain water.
    — Timothy Dahl, Popular Mechanics, 27 July 2023
  • Leave the door to the microwave closed until the mixture cools, and then wipe down the microwave's interior with the microfiber cloth.
    — Kate McGregor, House Beautiful, 12 June 2023
  • Use a moist cloth or paper towel to wipe down any work surfaces where raw meat or poultry has touched as well as the grill.
    — George Wiebe, Chicago Tribune, 3 July 2023
  • And because it’s made with a coated cotton material, the bag is a breeze to wipe down.
    — Sanah Faroke, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2024
  • Use a damp cloth to wipe down the outside of the dehumidifier.
    — Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2023
  • The two-piece bed wipes down easily and the mattress is durable: the bed didn’t shift or deflate during our sandbag test.
    — Mandy Harris, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2023
  • Its shiny, classic look just needs a little wipe down to look its reflective best.
    — Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2024
  • Don’t be surprised if Greenbaum greets you at the door, stops by to chat or wipes down tables to make way for more revelers.
    — Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 7 July 2023
  • Select materials that are easy to wipe down and that repel stains and scuffs.
    — Samantha McIntyre, Parents, 9 Mar. 2024
  • Ease of cleaning: The ease of cleaning was evaluated after wiping down the shoes with disinfectant wipes or soap and water.
    — Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 16 May 2024

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