| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Completed a cleaning task (6,2) | ||
| Used swab (6,2) | ||
| Dealt with a spill | Newsday | 22 Jul 2021 |
| Cleaned, in a way | USA Today | 16 Sep 2020 |
| Cleared away (liquid) | The Telegraph Quick | 17 Mar 2020 |
| Took care of the last bit | New York Times | 21 Dec 2016 |
| Took care of the last bit | ||
| Disposed of what was left after liquidation | The Telegraph Cryptic | 03 Oct 2015 |
| Dealt with loose ends | ||
| Dealt with loose ends | ||
| Took care of a spill | ||
| Dealt with a mess, in a way |