Wipe off

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verb

To remove something from a surface by rubbing.

She used a cloth to wipe off the dust from the table.
Visual representation of "wipe off" - To remove something from a surface by rubbing

Often appears as...

  • wipe off dust
  • wipe off dirt
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Physical Action

Describes a physical movement of cleaning or clearing a surface by hand.

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He wiped off the whiteboard after the presentation.
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Not Just Cleaning

Can refer to removing items from a surface as well as cleaning.

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She quickly wiped off the crumbs from the tablecloth.
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Often Immediate

Used for actions that are prompt or soon after something has occurred.

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Wipe off the sauce from the stove while it's still fresh.
Visual representation of the word "Wipe off"

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