How to Use self-cleaning in a Sentence

self-cleaning

adjective
  • Once you’re done, launch the self-cleaning cycle.
    — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Make sure the oven vents aren't blocked in any way while the self-cleaning cycle is on.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2025
  • The self-cleaning features are a big highlight as well.
    — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Dec. 2025
  • Clean the drip pans and run the oven’s self-cleaning cycle every month.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2025
  • Clean the drip pans and run the oven’s self-cleaning cycle every month.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2025
  • Some plants are self-cleaning or just don't need deadheading.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 30 June 2026
  • Some plants are self-cleaning or just don't need deadheading.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 June 2026
  • Leaving the oven on self-cleaning mode solo is also not a good idea.
    — Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
  • Invest in a self-cleaning litter box.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 31 Oct. 2025
  • Do not leave the home unattended while the self-cleaning cycle is in use.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2025
  • Some washing machines have a self-cleaning cycle that comes in handy.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
  • Avoid using the oven's self-cleaning feature.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
  • The floor washer is also self-cleaning and drying.
    — Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 28 Aug. 2025
  • Pushing that self-cleaning button seems like an easy solution out of a dream.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
  • The wet-dry vacuum also has a self-cleaning system that saves even more time.
    — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Best of all, million bells are self-cleaning, so there is no need to deadhead spent flowers to keep the show going.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Don't leave anything on top of the oven while using a pyrolytic self-cleaning cycle.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2025
  • Remove the oven racks before using the self-cleaning function, as the high heat can dull the finish.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2025
  • The cars also feature self-cleaning systems designed to keep the sensors clear.
    — Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 23 Jan. 2026
  • The self-cleaning hose does the heavy lifting of maintaining the head attachment.
    — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2025
  • This grooming brush is designed for both long and short-haired pets and features a self-cleaning mechanism.
    — Jessica Moore, USA Today, 13 May 2026
  • Plus, its self-cleaning function rinses the brushroll after each use and dumps the debris into the dirt tank.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
  • The wet and dry cleaner has a self-cleaning roller mop with a 12-point hydration system.
    — PC Magazine, 6 Sep. 2025
  • The self-cleaning function of an oven works by using heat or steam to loosen spills and buildup from the oven's interior.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2025
  • An oven’s self-cleaning function can threaten your oven’s well-being and even pose safety hazards.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
  • The self-cleaning function of an oven offers convenience but has some drawbacks.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2025
  • Don’t act too quickly though, because using your oven’s self-cleaning function could be a huge mistake.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Do self-cleaning ovens actually work?
    — Jessica Elliott, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Plants are self-cleaning, producing an endless supply of vibrant blooms.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
  • Look for self-cleaning varieties that do not require deadheading.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 2 May 2026

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