clean

used to emphasize the completeness of a reported action, condition, or experience.

"he was knocked clean off his feet"

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cleaned everybody's clock

give someone a beating.

"he went wild and cleaned everybody's clock down there in the dugout"

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cleaned house

do housework.

"they cleaned house, washed clothes, and cared for the children"

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cleaning up its act

begin to behave in a better way, especially by giving up alcohol, drugs, or illegal activities.

"the casino industry is bent on cleaning up its act"

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come clean

be completely honest; keep nothing hidden.

"the company has refused to come clean about its pollution record"

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make a clean job

do something thoroughly.

The mechanic assured me they would make a clean job of fixing the car, checking everything from the engine to the brakes.

by Arminkshipper July 15, 2024

cleaned out

use up or take all someone's money.

"they were cleaned out by the Englishman at the baccarat table"

by Arminkshipper July 15, 2024