Household Cleaning Supplies

noun a spider's web, especially an old or abandoned one

• The old abandoned house was covered in cobwebs, indicating that it had not been cleaned in years.
• I walked into the attic and nearly ran into a huge cobweb hanging from the ceiling.
• I hate it when I walk through a spider's cobweb by accident, it gives me the creeps.
• The cobwebs of doubt clouded her mind, making it hard for her to make a decision.

noun a substance used for cleaning, especially clothes

adjective relating to or used for cleaning

• The detergent used in the laboratory was specifically formulated for cleaning glassware.
• I ran out of detergent, can you pick some up from the store?
• I spilled juice on my shirt, do you have any detergent I can borrow?
• Kindness is the best detergent to wash away bitterness and resentment.

noun a shallow pan or basin used for washing dishes

• She diligently scrubbed the pots and pans in the dishpan.
• I'll wash the dishes in the dishpan after dinner.
• I hate doing dishes in that old dishpan.
• The overflowing inbox felt like a never-ending dishpan of tasks.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, in this case 'powdered' describes the noun it is referring to

• The powdered sugar should be sifted before adding it to the cake batter.
• I accidentally spilled some powdered cocoa on the kitchen counter.
• I love putting powdered cheese on my popcorn, it's so good!
• Her face was powdered with makeup, giving her a flawless appearance.

adjective dark or black in color due to being covered in soot or dirt

• The fireplace was covered in a layer of sooty residue.
• I had to clean the sooty mess left behind by the chimney.
• The car exhaust made the back of the vehicle look all sooty.
• Her reputation was sooty with scandal and gossip.

noun foam or lather formed when soap is mixed with water

• The suds from the soap created a thick lather on the dishes.
• I love watching the suds form when I wash my car.
• Let's hit the suds at the local bar tonight.
• The excitement of the concert made the suds of anticipation bubble up inside me.