wipe down
verb
wiped down; wiping down; wipes down
: to clean (a surface) by rubbing it with a cloth
He wiped down the counters with a wet cloth.
I wiped the car down with a towel.
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The checklist for cleaning the kitchen was probably just washing dirty dishes, wiping down countertops, and mopping the floors.
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Elizabeth Brownfield, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
The low-maintenance set can be wiped down with a damp cloth when needed, so maintenance is easy.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2026
Sweep the porch and entry steps, wipe down outdoor furniture, add fresh potted plants or herbs, and clean the front door and windows.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Ford recommends using a paper towel daily to wipe down counters, faucets, and sink basins.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 21 Apr. 2026
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Elizabeth Brownfield, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
The low-maintenance set can be wiped down with a damp cloth when needed, so maintenance is easy.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2026
Sweep the porch and entry steps, wipe down outdoor furniture, add fresh potted plants or herbs, and clean the front door and windows.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Ford recommends using a paper towel daily to wipe down counters, faucets, and sink basins.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 21 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for wipe down
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“Wipe down.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wipe%20down. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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