cleans, cleaned, cleaning
to clean up
phrasal verbC
To make a place tidy by removing dirt or clutter
- 1We need to clean up the living room before guests arrive.
- 2She spent the afternoon cleaning up the kitchen.
To clean up means to make a place neat by getting rid of dirt or mess. It involves picking up things, wiping surfaces, and organizing items. It's like giving a room a fresh and tidy look by removing any unwanted stuff and making it look nice and clean.
Remember to start cleaning up from the top down. This way, any dust or dirt that falls will be cleaned up as you work your way down. This helps ensure a thorough cleaning job.
in a store
Closing Time Tidy-Up
Nancy
It's almost closing time, Christopher. We need to clean up the display area.
Christopher
Sure, I'll start by organizing the counter and putting away the loose items.
Nancy
Great, I'll sweep the floor and make sure everything is in order.
Christopher
Perfect, once we're done, the place will look spotless for tomorrow.
at a storage facility
End of Shift Organization
Christopher
We need to clean up this area before we leave.
Cynthia
Sure, I'll start by organizing those boxes.
Christopher
Great, I'll sweep the floor and put away the tools.
Cynthia
Perfect, it will look much better once we're done.
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Similar to "to clean up":
- 1tidy up
- 2neaten