as in soaps
a substance used for cleaning
a kitchen shelf loaded with household cleaners
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Recent Examples of cleaners
Consider testing on a small area or using marble-specific cleaners.
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Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 11 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
Avoid harsh cleaners like soap or ammonia—use mild solutions, scrub thoroughly, and rinse well to ensure bird safety.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 5 June 2026
According to officials, the last few years have been spent preparing the concourse to permanently reopen by increasing staffs of cleaners and transit police as well as implementing improvements to cameras, gates and signage.
—Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 3 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
Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 11 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
Avoid harsh cleaners like soap or ammonia—use mild solutions, scrub thoroughly, and rinse well to ensure bird safety.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 5 June 2026
According to officials, the last few years have been spent preparing the concourse to permanently reopen by increasing staffs of cleaners and transit police as well as implementing improvements to cameras, gates and signage.
—Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 3 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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Additionally, environmental factors such as tobacco smoke, pollution, pollen, dust, pet dander, laundry soaps, fragrances and more can irritate children’s skin or breathing passages.—
Dr. Daniel DiGiacomo,
Boston Herald,
7 June 2026
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The village boutiques scattered along the sloping cobblestone alleys are just a five-minute stroll away, and offer the standard unremarkable Provence souvenirs—traditional fabrics, yellow pottery, straw bags, and sweet-smelling soaps.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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“Cleaners.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleaners. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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