antibacterial

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Recent Examples of antibacterial Try to keep both dry between uses, disinfect the brush head weekly (soaking it in hydrogen peroxide or antibacterial mouthwash will do the trick), and replace your toothbrush every three to four months. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025 The 20 study participants used the antibacterial patch for six days before switching to the anti-inflammatory patch. Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2025 These antiviral, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory herbs support immune function. Chrystle Fiedler, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025 Common methods to combat the odor included washing the shoes and drying them in the sun; using spray deodorant; or sprinkling the shoes with an antibacterial powder. ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for antibacterial
Recent Examples of Synonyms for antibacterial
Adjective
  • He was put in a hospital and given an antibiotic drip.
    Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2025
  • The antibiotic triggers a fatal self-sabotage in the bacteria.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Only 46% of Madagascar has access to drinking water, only 15% have an adequate sanitary system, and as a result, children are more prone to chronic illness and malnutrition.
    Rebecca Schneid, Time, 14 Oct. 2025
  • In Utah, like Rocky Mountain National Park, basic park services such as search-and-rescue and sanitary needs have been covered by fee revenue collected by the parks prior to the shutdown.
    John Meyer, Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2025

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“Antibacterial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/antibacterial. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.

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