Thesaurus results for CLEANER

cleaner

noun

ˈklē-nər

Definition of cleaner

as in soap

a substance used for cleaning a kitchen shelf loaded with household cleaners

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Recent Examples of cleaner The union represents more than 250 cleaners, who work across shows including Chicago, Aladdin, Schmigadoon and more. — Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 9 July 2026 Cleaning The Bathroom Club soda can be used as a gentle cleaner for porcelain sinks and toilets. — Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 7 July 2026 Use pet-safe cleaners and skip harsh chemicals Dog toys cannot be cleaned with just any chemical, as some can be harmful to your pets’ health. — Taneia Surles, USA Today, 6 July 2026 Use a pillowcase or microfiber cloth to trap dust when cleaning fan blades, and avoid spraying cleaners directly on the blades. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for cleaner

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soap

Noun

Regular applications of organic soap sprays are the best ways to manage smaller pests like aphids, but sprays should be kept away from petunia blooms to minimize impacts on pollinators.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 14 July 2026
There’s nothing so chic as a Flamingo Estate set, as evidenced by nearly every home tour that features a candle, a hand soap, or an olive oil from the brand.

— Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026