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to clean out
[phrase form: clean]
01
to completely empty or remove the contents of a space, container, or place, often thorough cleaning
Transitive: to clean out a space or container
Example
After the garage sale, they were able to clean out the garage and make room for a home gym.
The organizer helped her clean out the cluttered closet, creating a more organized space.
The decision to downsize led them to clean out many of their possessions, keeping only the essentials.
02
to take all the goods or money that belongs to someone
Transitive: to clean out sb of a possession | to clean out a possession
Example
The business partner embezzled funds and cleaned out the company 's bank accounts before disappearing.
The burglars broke into the house and cleaned out all the valuable jewelry and electronics.
03
to forcefully remove or expel someone or something from a place
Transitive: to clean out sb
Example
The government implemented a new policy to clean out illegal street vendors from the city center.
The landlord decided to clean out the unruly tenants who were causing disturbances in the apartment complex.
The police were dispatched to clean out the rowdy crowd that had gathered outside the concert venue.
Example
After the garage sale, they were able to clean out the garage and make room for a home gym.
The organizer helped her clean out the cluttered closet, creating a more organized space.
The decision to downsize led them to clean out many of their possessions, keeping only the essentials.
Before moving out, they decided to clean out the entire apartment and donate unwanted items.
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