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cleaning

[klee-ning] / ˈkli nɪŋ /


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This week, one cleaning crew cleared half of a roasted pig, buried in the sand.

From Barron's

But with no tracking system in place for the cleaning of kennels holding the shelter’s 230 dogs, some kennels don’t get cleaned every day and must be done the next day, she said.

From Los Angeles Times

Prices for personal services, such as dry cleaning and haircuts, rose 1.6%.

From BBC

When his appointment is confirmed, the former Croatia defender will be tasked with cleaning up the mess left by Frank, who was axed on Wednesday after a 2-1 defeat against Newcastle 24 hours earlier.

From Barron's

Certainly, plenty of brands and stores are marketing that concept: You’ll find Valentine’s Day sales and promotions for car tires, cleaning products, battery chargers and, yes, vacuum cleaners, among countless practical-minded items.

From MarketWatch