washing windows

Squeegee and suds

Washing windows is the task of cleaning glass panes, typically with water, soap, and a squeegee or cloth.

The phrase appears in discussions of household chores, professional cleaning services, and odd jobs: He made money washing windows on weekends.

Figuratively, someone might be washing windows when doing any mundane, repetitive work.

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bucket · spray · wiper · shine · cleaner · ledge · ladder · smear · cloth · paper towels · drip · scrub · elbow grease · transparent · Windex · chamois · spotless · squeaky clean

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Opposites
type of cleaning task

washing windowsdusting

Removing surface grime

vacuuming · cleaning gutters · doing laundry · washing dishes

Family

wash, washing, washed, washer, washers, washable, unwashed, washout, window

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G