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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Using a paper towel, wipe out the skillet. 2: Prepare the spicy sour cream: In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream and adobo sauce; season to taste with salt and pepper.
3: Prepare the assembly line: On a large flat surface, set out the flour tortillas.
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 July 2025
Step 8: Dry the baking sheet with a clean towel or paper towel.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 30 June 2025
As the last step, pat at the white satin sneakers with a paper towel, and leave them to dry overnight.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
After each use, wipe it down with a damp paper towel, then once every two weeks, do a deep clean with water and vinegar.
—Olivia Campbell, Parents, 24 June 2025
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 July 2025
Step 8: Dry the baking sheet with a clean towel or paper towel.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 30 June 2025
As the last step, pat at the white satin sneakers with a paper towel, and leave them to dry overnight.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
After each use, wipe it down with a damp paper towel, then once every two weeks, do a deep clean with water and vinegar.
—Olivia Campbell, Parents, 24 June 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 21 Jul. 2025.
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