How to Use wipe away in a Sentence

wipe away

verb
  • Some fans and a few players wiped away tears.
    — David O'Brien, New York Times, 9 May 2026
  • Spray on surfaces and wipe away grease and grime.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
  • Gently wipe away any residue that's left behind on the stove knobs or around them.
    — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 3 June 2026
  • When the bubbles stop, use a clean cloth to wipe away the stain and cleaning residue.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
  • Wiseman and Koch could be seen wiping away tears.
    — Evan Bush, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026
  • Use a microfiber cloth or dust mitt to wipe away grime on the top and bottom of each slat.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 1 July 2026
  • The people that have been killed, the people that have wiped away [sic], and for what?
    — Fintan O’Toole, The New York Review of Books, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Granlund nearly scored again, but his goal was wiped away for playing the puck with a high stick.
    — Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Simply spray rusty areas, wait a few minutes, and wipe away the rust.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 June 2026
  • Both of them wipe away tears as Hill tells this, 11 years later.
    — Steve Hochman, SPIN, 22 June 2026
  • Korda gasped, covered her mouth, waved to the crowd and wiped away tears.
    — Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
  • Family and friends used tissues to wipe away tears.
    — Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 9 Mar. 2026
  • Rinse the door with water, then use a squeegee to wipe away excess water from the door.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
  • Allow the pan to soak overnight, wipe away the food, and wash the pan with dish soap and hot water.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 9 June 2026
  • Rinse the surface with water, then wipe away any residue with the microfiber cloth.
    — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Gently wipe away any debris from the burners.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
  • Coleman's mother stood by, wiping away rivers of tears.
    — Adi Guajardo, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
  • Start by steam-cleaning the frame of the window, then wipe away the grime with a microfiber cloth.
    — Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 2 Apr. 2026
  • That every tear will be wiped away, that our Easter is coming.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Rinse with water, and follow with a squeegee to wipe away excess water.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
  • After buffing, wipe away the residue with a clean, damp cloth and inspect the surface.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 17 May 2026
  • Starting at the top of the window, spray on the cleaner and wipe away grime with a microfiber cloth.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 12 June 2026
  • To season uncoated grates, rub them with a thin layer of oil and wipe away any excess.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
  • Take another clean and dry towel and wipe away any dust from the second sanding.
    — Staff Author, Martha Stewart, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Garcia remained silent during the hearing and was seen wiping away tears in court.
    — Steve Maugeri, CBS News, 12 May 2026
  • Once the deposits are broken down, the stains become easier to clean and wipe away.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026
  • Upon returning, most of the residue should wipe away with little to no effort.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026
  • The decision does not wipe away her conviction.
    — Jesse Sarles, CBS News, 15 May 2026
  • One woman quietly wiped away tears as more donations came in.
    — Lucio Vasquez, NPR, 26 June 2026
  • For areas that are difficult to clean, get creative to ensure grime, mildew, or mold is wiped away.
    — Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2026

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