How to Use dishwasher in a Sentence

dishwasher

noun
  • Read on to learn the best time of day to run your dishwasher.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2025
  • Be sure to stick them on the top rack of the dishwasher.
    — Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025
  • And both the stoneware pot and glass lid are dishwasher safe.
    — Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2023
  • Then toss the crocks and lid in the dishwasher for easy clean up.
    — Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2023
  • Both the lid and tray are dishwasher-safe, too.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Both the bowls and lids are dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.
    — Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2025
  • Most are made of wood, and shouldn't go in the dishwasher.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
  • Don't fill your dishwasher with just any soap.
    — Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Just keep it out of the dishwasher.
    — Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Serve it up, then drop them in the dishwasher for no-fuss cleanup.
    — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 11 June 2021
  • So durable, in fact, that some pans can go right in the dishwasher.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
  • Just scrape off large food scraps and let the dishwasher clean the rest.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
  • Is there any cast iron that's dishwasher-safe?
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Is there any cast iron that's dishwasher-safe?
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
  • Then scrub the tough stains and stuck-on food with your dishwasher tablet.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Pop in the dishwasher when you’re done.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Wash the grater and store it away (or at least put it in the dishwasher).
    — Washington Post, 9 Feb. 2024
  • Bonus points if the cups, lids, and blades can all be tossed in the dishwasher.
    — Lizzy Briskin, People.com, 7 Oct. 2024
  • Bonus points if the cups, lids, and blades can all be tossed in the dishwasher.
    — Melanie Rud, Peoplemag, 10 Aug. 2023
  • And when you’re done, just toss it in the dishwasher for a breeze of a cleanup.
    — Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2023
  • When you’re done, wash it in the top rack of the dishwasher for easy cleanup.
    — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
  • The air fry basket can be washed in the dishwasher or by hand.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
  • Or place in the dishwasher and wash it with the rest of your dishes.
    — Washington Post, 11 Aug. 2021
  • Why would so many people have home dishwashers but not use them?
    — Jeremy Lott, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
  • So use a dishwasher when only in a pinch.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
  • So use a dishwasher when only in a pinch.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2025
  • The jars are dishwasher safe, but the lids are hand wash only.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
  • The tumbler is dishwasher safe, but the lid must go on the top rack.
    — Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2023
  • One dead roach was found under the dishwasher in the kitchen.
    — Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 2 Aug. 2024
  • Hand wash with warm water and soap or place in the dishwasher.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025

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