wipe the slate clean
idiomTo make a fresh start, for example by forgetting about previous differences and disagreements.
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clean as a hound's tooth
Very clean.
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clean as a whistle
Very clean.
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clean break
The complete termination of a relationship, or an exit from a situation.
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clean hands
Freedom from guilt, especially from the guilt of dishonesty in money matters, or of bribe-taking.
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clean money
Money that is legally or honestly gained or earned.
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clean someone's clock
To defeat someone decisively, in a physical fight or other competition or negotiation.
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clean up
To become clean, handsome, smart in appearance, e.g. for a special occasion, especially when it is out of character to be seen as such.
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clean up one's act
To reform; to improve one's habits.