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Washing a garment that may be damaged on Tisha B'Av

Question

Is it permissible to wash a garment on Tisha B'Av that may be damaged if not washed?

Answer

If delaying the washing until after Tisha B'Av may cause damage to the garment, it is permitted (though it is not common for one day to make such a significant difference).

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 554

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