DETERGING Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

deterging

verb

present participle of deterge

as in cleaning

to remove the dirt from deterge the surface using an industrial-strength commercial soap

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cleaning

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Westerheide said that since the review, the county has repeatedly tried to remove dogs before cleaning kennels, but staff haven’t been able to find somewhere to keep them during the process.

— Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026
Daily and routine cleaning should include cleaning your portafilter, group head, and steam wand.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026

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deterging

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