as in soaps
a substance used for cleaning
a kitchen shelf loaded with household cleaners
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Recent Examples of cleaners
In these cases, heavy-duty chemical cleaners can overwhelm a fabric, leaving stains of their own, while gentle dish soap can produce excessive suds without eliminating the substance.
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Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
Use cleaners specially formulated to clean metal surfaces on kitchen appliances, cookware, and utensils to keep them clean and maintain their shine.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 June 2026
Use safe alternatives like soap, water, or material-specific cleaners.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 14 June 2026
Use low-pH cleaners like hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, or white vinegar to dissolve hard water stains on surfaces.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026
In one case, Reeves confronted an intruder in his library, while cleaners found the other days later in his pool.
—Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 29 Dec. 2024
Additionally, disinfecting surfaces with household cleaners can reduce the risk of viral spread.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 28 Dec. 2024
Wear gloves when touching household cleaners or chemicals, and do not use acetone nail polish removers.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
Some cleaners can target specific issues.
—Celeste Polanco, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
Use cleaners specially formulated to clean metal surfaces on kitchen appliances, cookware, and utensils to keep them clean and maintain their shine.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 June 2026
Use safe alternatives like soap, water, or material-specific cleaners.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 14 June 2026
Use low-pH cleaners like hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, or white vinegar to dissolve hard water stains on surfaces.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026
In one case, Reeves confronted an intruder in his library, while cleaners found the other days later in his pool.
—Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 29 Dec. 2024
Additionally, disinfecting surfaces with household cleaners can reduce the risk of viral spread.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 28 Dec. 2024
Wear gloves when touching household cleaners or chemicals, and do not use acetone nail polish removers.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
Some cleaners can target specific issues.
—Celeste Polanco, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleaners
soaps
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Right now, shoppers can score major savings on household cleaning essentials, from multisurface sprays and disinfecting wipes to laundry detergents, dish soaps and more.—
Casey DelBasso,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
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Severe outbreaks can be managed using insecticidal oils or soaps.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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“Cleaners.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleaners. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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