cleanser

noun

ˈklen-zər How to pronounce cleanser (audio)
Definition of cleansernext
as in soap
a substance used for cleaning a bathroom cleanser

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Recent Examples of cleanser It’s reflected in toys like squishy NeeDoh cubes and beauty products like jelly cleansers. — Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026 This award-winning face cleanser removes dirt, impurities and makeup without stripping or over-drying. — ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026 At the very least, Babies could be a good film-festival palate cleanser among the longer, heavier movies that make up much of the TIFF-goer’s schedule. — Joe Reid, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2026 But at a Venice where fun has been in short supply, The Sprial, came as a welcome palate cleanser. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cleanser
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soap
Noun
  • Create a mild cleaning solution in a spray bottle by mixing equal parts white vinegar and warm water, then add a teaspoon of dish soap.
    — Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026
  • For everyday spills like coffee or red wine, spot-clean with water and a gentle detergent or mild dish soap.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of soap

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“Cleanser.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleanser. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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