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to clean up
[phrase form: clean]
01
to make oneself neat or clean
Example
The custodian worked diligently to clean up the spilled coffee in the office breakroom.
After the party, everyone pitched in to clean up the decorations and leftover food.
02
to put things or places in order, often by tidying
Example
After the party, we spent the morning cleaning up the house and putting away the decorations.
The janitorial staff was responsible for cleaning up the school classrooms at the end of each day.
03
to get rid of something, typically in a proper and organized manner
Example
It 's important to clean up hazardous waste and dispose of it safely to protect the environment.
The construction crew needed to clean up the construction debris and transport it to the designated disposal site.
04
to generate substantial financial gains, often exceeding expectations or previous performance
Example
The savvy investor managed to clean up in the stock market by selling at the right time.
The entrepreneur developed a successful business strategy and cleaned up in the competitive market.
