washing

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Until then I’m just up and taking my supplements, taking my medicine, washing my face and drinking water.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

One concern is that washing could create a lead-containing residue inside machines, which might need to be cleaned to prevent releasing contamination into wastewater.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

On this occasion, Leo will return to tradition by performing the traditional "washing of the feet" of 12 Roman priests.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

I did one little sketch that was based on the idea of the Mersey washing over the dock.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

I was standing on a chair washing the big window in the dining room, waving now and then to passersby in the alley, while in the kitchen Mama peeled potatoes for lunch.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom