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 Acrylic tubs require specific cleaners because of how sensitive the material is. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026 The Right Way to Clean an AC Unit Huckstadt recommends cleaning your AC unit by turning off its power, gently rinsing its exterior fins with your garden hose, and applying a coil cleaner if necessary. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 6 Aug. 2026 Researchers were originally focused on treating acid mine drainage, using chemicals to remove contaminants and make the water cleaner. — Pete Cuddihy, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Debra Johnson, Merry Maids’ home cleaning expert, recommends a mild cleaner such as Take It For Granite, a spray that safely cleans granite countertops, floors, and shower walls. — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cleaner

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soap

Noun

And just in case, the fire department is on hand – in a little red soap box derby car, of course.

— Deena Prichep, NPR, 18 Aug. 2026
Continue reading … LAW & DISORDER — NY lawmaker calls stealing soap a 'biological need' and experts aren't having it.

— , FOXNews.com, 17 Aug. 2026