How to Use wipe down in a Sentence
wipe down
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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
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The silicone bags are easy to wipe down and come in two sizes.
—Terri Peters, Parents, 4 June 2024
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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
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If the grill is removable, wipe down the blades with a microfiber cloth.
—Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Feb. 2024
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Some people prefer to wipe down the base and lid with a baby wipe.
—Emily Stone Published, Verywell Health, 5 July 2023
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And wipe down cast-iron grill grates with a light coating of vegetable oil.
—Timothy Dahl, Popular Mechanics, 27 July 2023
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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
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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
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The tables that are made of melamine so they can be wiped down easily.
—Timothy Latterner, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2023
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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
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Straps can be wiped down with a wet paper towel or wipe.
—Jessica Booth, Parents, 15 Sep. 2023
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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
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Then wipe down the entire compressor with a damp cloth.
—Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 25 Apr. 2023
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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
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It’s made with a durable material that’s easy to wipe down.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 7 Sep. 2023
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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
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Then, wipe down surfaces, starting with the ceiling fan.
—Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 8 Jan. 2024
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Use a mild soap and a soft cloth to wipe down exterior surfaces.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2024
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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
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Viewers had to start wiping down their television sets from the steam.
—David Betancourt, Washington Post, 12 Sep. 2023
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If there are tough greasy spots, try using straight vinegar, then wipe down with plain water.
—Timothy Dahl, Popular Mechanics, 27 July 2023
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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
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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
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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
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Use a damp cloth to wipe down the outside of the dehumidifier.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2023
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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
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Its shiny, classic look just needs a little wipe down to look its reflective best.
—Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2024
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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
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Select materials that are easy to wipe down and that repel stains and scuffs.
—Samantha McIntyre, Parents, 9 Mar. 2024
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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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