cleaners

plural of cleaner
as in soaps
a substance used for cleaning a kitchen shelf loaded with household cleaners

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Recent Examples of cleaners Some of the work is physically risky and will require crews being lowered in uspended scaffolds known as swing stages used by window cleaners. Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026 The volunteers are managers, cleaners, tattoo artists — not geologists or paleontologists. ABC News, 22 July 2026 But the dirty truth is that most spray cleaners can’t kill all of the pathogens on a surface. Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 July 2026 There are also some lower-cost DIY air cleaners that families can make with a box fan and filter. Dr. Lauren Zajac, Boston Herald, 19 July 2026 Never mix chlorine bleach with other household cleaners, as this may result in the formation of harmful, toxic gases that can be dangerous to breathe in. Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 July 2026 Considerations Before Getting Started Abrasive and strong cleaners like bleach, ammonia, steel wool, and sandpaper can damage the finish on vinyl and metal materials. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 July 2026 This is a good time to check the fabric tag, as this will tell you what cleaners are safe to use on your fabric. Bridget Reed Morawski, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2026 Today, her business has mandated that cleaners use multiple microfiber cloths for every household. Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 15 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleaners
soaps
Noun
  • These soaps break down the outer coating of insects, causing dehydration and death.
    Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 15 July 2026
  • These substances can be found in products such as cooking oils, soaps and skincare items, the government agency said.
    Drew Pittock, USA Today, 8 July 2026

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“Cleaners.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleaners. Accessed 26 Jul. 2026.

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