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  • Crews continued the cleanup of the ship, including a saltwater wash-down of the forecastle and forward deck.

    The Attack on the Liberty James Scott 2009

  • I wondered, as I had a hasty wash-down in a tiny chamber off the boudoir, if I'd ever met such a blatant strumpet in my life — well, Ranavalona, of course, but you don't expect coy flirtation from a female ape.

    Flashman and the Mountain of Light Fraser, George MacDonald, 1925- 1990

  • I wondered, as I had a hasty wash-down in a tiny chamber off the boudoir, if I'd ever met such a blatant strumpet in my life - well, Ranavalona, of course, but you don't expect coy flirtation from a female ape.

    Flashman And The Mountain Of Light Fraser, George MacDonald, 1925- 1990

  • We lashed him down under the force pump, and gave him a thorough wash-down.

    The Call Of The South 1908 Louis Becke 1884

  • It is designed for tough industrial environments, meeting IP65 environment wash-down specifications.

    Manufacturingtalk - manufacturing industry news 2010

  • It is designed for tough industrial environments, meeting IP65 environment wash-down specifications.

    Manufacturingtalk - manufacturing industry news 2010

  • For instance, Kaman's Owens sees totally enclosed fan cooled (TEFC) motors in wash-down environments.

    Purchasing - Top Stories 2010

  • The tables are said to feature stainless steel external components, nickel plated internal components, FDA-approved lubricants, wash-down motors, and a sealed chassis.

    Purchasing - Top Stories 2010

  • Since dirt, dust and other abrasives cannot be drawn into the bearing surface, Drylin is suitable for aggressive environments, as well as for high-moisture, wash-down and underwater applications.

    Manufacturingtalk - manufacturing industry news 2010

  • It is designed for tough industrial environments, meeting IP65 environment wash-down specifications.

    Manufacturingtalk - manufacturing industry news 2010

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