How to Use dishcloth in a Sentence

dishcloth

noun
  • Don't hang the dishcloth on the side of your sink, either.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
  • Spread the seeds across a cutting board, then pat dry with a dishcloth.
    — Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2019
  • Use a dishcloth to wash all parts, rinse, and place in the drying rack.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025
  • Use a dishcloth to wash all parts, rinse, and place in the drying rack.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
  • Don't leave dirty dishes or damp dishcloths and sponges in the kitchen sink.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 9 June 2026
  • But dishcloths are less wasteful and very easy to clean and reuse.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2025
  • Wipe the container clean with a dishcloth and rinse it out.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2026
  • Use a produce brush or a clean dishcloth to gently scrub away any residue on the skin.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Kitchen sponges are absorbent but get germy and don’t last, and washable dishcloths can be wimpy.
    — Lynn Redmile, Good Housekeeping, 8 Apr. 2020
  • Use a clean sponge or dishcloth to wipe or scrub each item while it is submerged in the soapy water.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 21 Feb. 2026
  • This six-pack of dishcloths comes in a variety of fun patterns.
    — Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2023
  • Yes, dishcloths harbor a lot of bacteria and spread it around much like a sponge does.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2025
  • Use a pan scraper, dishcloth, or scrubber to remove it.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025
  • Wait 15 to 30 minutes, then scrub away the paste with a sponge or dishcloth.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2026
  • These aren’t just a sustainable swap; these dishcloths are a real time-saver in the kitchen, too.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2025
  • These stylish dishcloths make cleaning a little less humdrum.
    — Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2023
  • Use a clean dishcloth or silicone scrubber to wash each dish, and rinse with warm water.
    — Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 25 Aug. 2023
  • To make the bristles even softer, wrap them in a small dishcloth before using.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Pat the seeds thoroughly dry with a clean dishcloth or paper towel.
    — Johna Burdeos, Health, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Start with a fresh dishcloth every day and toss the dirty one in the washing machine and wash in hot water.
    — Southern Living, 20 May 2020
  • Pat the seeds thoroughly dry with a clean dishcloth or paper towel.
    — Johna Burdeos, Health, 19 Sep. 2025
  • Wipe out the inside and buff off any excess oil with a dishcloth or a paper towel, then store in a dry place.
    — Julie Harans, Bon Appétit, 18 Jan. 2023
  • Wipe out the inside and buff off any excess oil with a dishcloth or a paper towel, then store it in a dry place.
    — Julie Harans, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Sep. 2025
  • Introduce a happy dose of color to your kitchen with this cotton dishcloth.
    — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Aug. 2020
  • Keys to successful dishwashing include a good dish soap, a clean sink, and a clean sponge or dishcloth.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 21 Feb. 2026
  • While the water is heating, line a plate or sheet pan with three layers of paper towels or a clean, thin dishcloth.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 18 May 2026
  • Otherwise, rinse greens and drain well; roll in paper towels or a clean dishcloth and place in fridge until ready to use.
    — Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 17 Aug. 2023
  • This video from TikTok user @krysgier shows just how easy a Swedish dishcloth is to use.
    — Emily Rochotte, Good Housekeeping, 22 Feb. 2023
  • Then, dump out the solution and wash the Dutch oven well with hot soapy water and a nonabrasive sponge or dishcloth.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2024
  • Use hot water, a gentle dish soap and a sponge or gentle dishcloth to wash the pan until the waxy coating is removed.
    — Sarah Wharton, Good Housekeeping, 7 Nov. 2022

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