antibacterial

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Recent Examples of antibacterial That's likely because of its star ingredient, thyme, which is rich in antioxidants and boasts antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. Vicky Hallett, NPR, 1 Apr. 2025 The founders embrace linen for its breathability, and hypoallergenic and antibacterial properties, said the brand. Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 6 June 2025 There is also an antibacterial surface which is high resistant to infection. Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025 In the present study, the researchers set out to utilize these properties to create a new, unique class of antibacterial surface coating. Paul McClure 02, New Atlas, 2 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for antibacterial
Recent Examples of Synonyms for antibacterial
Adjective
  • If they’re promptly diagnosed with and treated for Lyme—which generally means two to three weeks of the antibiotic doxycycline—the story often ends there.
    Angela Haupt, Time, 18 June 2025
  • Cortisone, a steroid, is typically used to treat the inflammation from asthma and antibiotic is typically used to treat the bacterial infection.
    Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • They were trapped there for a week without electricity, without sanitary bathrooms, without adequate food or water.
    Asha Bandele, Essence, 25 June 2025
  • The company carried out fleet-wide safety upgrades aimed at preventing engine room fires, and changed its terms and conditions, removing caveats about wholesome food, sanitary and safe living conditions, safe passage, and a sea-worthy vessel.
    Chris Vognar, Rolling Stone, 24 June 2025

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“Antibacterial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/antibacterial. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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