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Clean it up

🇬🇧 UK //kliːn ɪt ʌp// 🇺🇸 US //klin ɪt ʌp//

Meaning of Clean it up

To remove dirt or organize something that is messy.

In simple words: Make something clean or tidy.

Clean it up in a sentence

• After the party, we all agreed it was time to clean it up.
• Can you please clean it up before our guests arrive?
• You need to clean it up if you want to find that book!
• She told him to clean it up, but he didn't listen.
• If you don't clean it up, the whole room will smell bad.

How to use Clean it up

Use in casual conversations when asking someone to tidy or organize, typically referring to physical spaces or situations.

Grammar pattern

clean it up + object

Memory hint

Think of a clean-up crew that needs to fix a messy area.

Related words

Collocations with Clean it up

• clean it up quickly
• clean it up thoroughly
• clean it up after the event
• clean it up nicely
• clean it up before guests

Synonyms for Clean it up

• tidy up
• organize
• neaten
• clear up
• sanitize

Common mistakes with Clean it up

• Using 'clean up it' instead of 'clean it up'
• Omitting 'it' when referring to a specific object
• Confusing with 'clean' as an adjective

Frequently asked questions about Clean it up

What does Clean it up mean?

Make something clean or tidy.

What is the definition of Clean it up?

To remove dirt or organize something that is messy.

How do you use Clean it up in a sentence?

After the party, we all agreed it was time to clean it up.

Can you give another example of Clean it up?

Can you please clean it up before our guests arrive?

What are synonyms for Clean it up?

Common alternatives include tidy up, organize, neaten, clear up, sanitize.

What words go with Clean it up?

It commonly pairs with clean it up quickly, clean it up thoroughly, clean it up after the event, clean it up nicely, clean it up before guests.

What are common mistakes when using Clean it up?

Using 'clean up it' instead of 'clean it up' Omitting 'it' when referring to a specific object Confusing with 'clean' as an adjective

How do you pronounce Clean it up?

US: //klin ɪt ʌp//, UK: //kliːn ɪt ʌp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Clean it up?

Use in casual conversations when asking someone to tidy or organize, typically referring to physical spaces or situations.