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vacuum

[vak-yoom, -yoo-uhm, -yuhm] / ˈvæk yum, -yu əm, -yəm /


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Appeared in the December 15, 2025, print edition as 'Roomba Vacuum Maker Seeks Bankruptcy'.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

The Hall of Fame infielder, known as the Human Vacuum Cleaner, was an 18-time All-Star and won an unprecedented 16 consecutive Gold Gloves as the best defensive player at his position.

From Washington Times • Sep. 26, 2023

Advice from Wirecutter: Vacuum your outdoor furniture cushions.

From New York Times • Jun. 1, 2023

Fellow's Atmos Vacuum Canisters are by no means just for coffee, but a good vacuum-sealed vessel is crucial in keeping your beans fresh until grinding.

From Salon • Aug. 29, 2022

Vacuum Eagles, the twins believed, watched the world all day and flew around their flasks all night.

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy




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