How to delete google search history in safari on itouch ?

Hi All !
I would like to know how I can delete the google search history in safari?
Thanks

I just found the answer somewhere else in the forum - it worked for me.
Clear it while in Safari by going to bookmarks, then "History," and then the "Clear" button in the bottom left.
Source:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080731070953AAljO7y

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