clean

not possessing or containing anything illegal, especially drugs or stolen goods.

"I searched him and his luggage, and he was clean"

by Arminkshipper July 15, 2024

clean

(of a person) not taking or having taken drugs or alcohol.

Here is a sentence using "clean" with that definition:

"After years of struggling with addiction, Sarah is finally happy and healthy, having been clean for two years."

by Arminkshipper July 15, 2024

clean

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

"he was knocked clean off his feet"

by Arminkshipper July 15, 2024

cleaned everybody's clock

give someone a beating.

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

by Arminkshipper July 15, 2024

cleaned house

do housework.

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

by Arminkshipper July 15, 2024

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"

by Arminkshipper July 15, 2024

come clean

be completely honest; keep nothing hidden.

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

by Arminkshipper July 15, 2024