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ironing

[ahy-er-ning] / ˈaɪ ər nɪŋ /


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The adhesive CreateMe uses is thermoset, which means that ironing or washing machine temperatures aren't enough to melt it and make the clothes fall apart, insists Myers.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Both are still ironing out the details of the agreement, with improved access to the European market for Australia's lamb and beef a key source of contention.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

“We’re ironing out the last details of what we need to do for her,” said Scott, 57.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 10, 2026

Smith’s mother was a waitress who also took in ironing.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2025

Mama puttered around doing whatever she usually did on Sundays: preparing her lesson plans, ironing a few shirts, running lots of water in the bathroom for some reason.

From "The Rock and the River" by Kekla Magoon




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