axed

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Doing laundry, cleaning the tub, getting your upper lip waxed at a nearby salon — these are all chores that fall into this category.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

In interviews the dapper artist with his trademark flat cap waxed lyrical about the place where he was locked down during the Covid-19 pandemic.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

While the scene waxed and waned over decades, it’s back in full force with young crowds today.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Astrology’s popularity has waxed and waned over the centuries; today, it’s a multibillion-dollar business.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

The dorm is dark and heavy with sleep, but I can see she’s already dressed for the day in her thick wool sweater and waxed work pants.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy