cleaning

Example Sentences

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When Adam’s tree fell into Brian’s yard during a storm, therefore, Brian would indeed be responsible for cleaning up his portion and filing a claim with his own homeowner’s insurance for any covered damage.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

On Dec. 8, the night before she was scheduled to return to work, Waldorf found herself frantically cleaning her house and snapping at her daughter.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

The allied groups are calling for recycling more wastewater, capturing more stormwater, improving efficiency and cleaning up contaminated groundwater.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

"A lot of painting, cleaning, mowing and gardening. Every day is different," said Llwyd.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The extra measures were essential to keeping workers and the people of Japan safe, but they made the work of cleaning up the mess much more difficult.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland