cleanliness
noun
clean·li·ness
ˈklen-lē-nəs 
: the quality or state of being clean : the practice of keeping oneself or one's surroundings clean
Though a stale remark, it can hardly be said too often, that personal cleanliness is one of the necessary agents to health …—
Walt Whitman
Walt WhitmanThe Romans spent hours at their elaborate bathhouse complexes, but not everyone equated cleanliness with virtue …—Sara Ivry
Sara IvryThis cleanliness is necessary to ensure that no dust or particles end up on the silicon surface during the processing of the chip.—Robert J. Cone
Robert J. ConeExamples of cleanliness in a Sentence
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In addition to licensing, cleanliness is paramount.
—Corey Whelan, Verywell Health, 11 July 2024
Our decision to epoxy the floors speaks volumes about our dedication to cleanliness and hygiene.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 6 June 2024
Finally, a general lack of cleanliness, such as not wiping down countertops, leaving dirty dishes out or not cleaning up spills promptly, can attract fruit flies.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 23 May 2024
The annual ranking is based on customer satisfaction surveys of over 500 airports, evaluating factors such as cleanliness, friendliness of airport staff, the ease of getting to and from the airport, terminal design, dining options, and more.
—Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Apr. 2024
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Corey Whelan, Verywell Health, 11 July 2024
Our decision to epoxy the floors speaks volumes about our dedication to cleanliness and hygiene.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 6 June 2024
Finally, a general lack of cleanliness, such as not wiping down countertops, leaving dirty dishes out or not cleaning up spills promptly, can attract fruit flies.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 23 May 2024
The annual ranking is based on customer satisfaction surveys of over 500 airports, evaluating factors such as cleanliness, friendliness of airport staff, the ease of getting to and from the airport, terminal design, dining options, and more.
—Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Apr. 2024
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“Cleanliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cleanliness. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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