paper towel
noun
: a sheet of soft and thick paper that can soak up liquid and that is used for drying hands, cleaning up spills, etc.
a roll of paper towels
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Wrap your unwashed roots in a paper towel to absorb any potential moisture, then store the carrots in a zip-top bag or airtight container in your refrigerator’s crisper drawer for up to 4 weeks.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2025
Deep-fry the chops for 5 minutes, turning once, until golden brown, then place on a few sheets of paper towel to drain off any excess oil.
—Gretchen McKay, Boston Herald, 2 Apr. 2025
Try simply wiping wet grease off with a paper towel or soft cloth.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2025
Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel, then season generously with salt and pepper.
—Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2025
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2025
Deep-fry the chops for 5 minutes, turning once, until golden brown, then place on a few sheets of paper towel to drain off any excess oil.
—Gretchen McKay, Boston Herald, 2 Apr. 2025
Try simply wiping wet grease off with a paper towel or soft cloth.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2025
Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel, then season generously with salt and pepper.
—Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for paper towel
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“Paper towel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paper%20towel. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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