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    How can I get gum out of a coat that won't fit in my freezer?
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    Put an ice cube on it! If that doesn't work, then I would just try another method.
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    How do I get gum off clothing that has been washed and dried?
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    Ice it and gently scrape. If any remains, try any food-grade oil - but be wary of staining with the oil. After that, if the item can be washed, use Dawn dish soap and hand-wash gently. Sometimes, the stain of the gum itself may not come out.
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    How do I get gum off of objects that are not clothing?
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    Dip a cloth in warm water, then slightly wet the gum and try to peel it off.
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    How do I get chewing gum out of the inside of my pocket?
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    Turn your pocket inside out and try some of the methods above.
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    I used the freezing method on a pair of pants and could not free the gum with a sharp knife. Which method should I try next?
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    Try the peanut butter method. If that doesn't work, keep trying the different methods listed until you find one that works.
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    The chewing gum is not fully coming off with the ironing method. What can I do?
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    I would try a different method if it is not fully coming off. I would try rubbing a bit of ice on it and gently peel it off.
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    The gum has been spread so what should I do?
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    Use the same method. It may be a bit harder, but this method should still work.
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    How can I get gum out of the inner lining of a boot?
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    If the other methods have not worked, I would recommend just cutting that portion of the boot off. Since it's inside, it won't affect the look.
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    How do I get gum out of my pocket shorts?
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    Use ice cubes to remove them, or add some baking soda on that spot and wash the shorts.
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