Thesaurus results for DEODORIZES

deodorizes

verb

present tense third-person singular of deodorize

as in justifies

to make (something) seem less bad by offering excuses the propaganda film attempts to deodorize the dictator's history of human rights abuses

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Recent Examples of deodorizes This not only cleans and deodorizes, but also helps remove mineral deposit buildup. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026 Cleaning with steam can kill dust mites, bacteria, and germs, reduces allergens, and deodorizes by breaking down odor-causing bacteria. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 15 Feb. 2026 Baking soda cuts grease, removes residue, deodorizes, and is gentle and nontoxic. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026 This self-cleaning litter box automatically scoops, deodorizes and contains mess with crystal litter, disposable tray and health-tracking sensors. — Jessica Moore, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025

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Luxury fashion — an industry that justifies its price tag through the promise of human craftsmanship — has enjoyed nodding to robots, and in particular fem-bots, for decades.

— Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 20 Oct. 2026
There's also the question of whether the energy transferred justifies the cost and complexity, particularly when conventional fast-charging stations are already expanding.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of justifies

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But the stock market is also known for volatility, which explains why some people shy away from investing in it.

— Maurie Backman, Washington Post, 21 Oct. 2026
George Bonanno, a psychologist at Columbia University, explains that many people who have intense symptoms initially—such as nightmares and flashbacks—won’t develop PTSD.

— Maia Szalavitz, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026

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So much so that the Texas head football coach excuses its 80th national ranking in offense.

— Kirk Bohls, Houston Chronicle, 16 Oct. 2026
Created in 2007, PSLF excuses the federal student debt of government and nonprofit workers after 120 qualifying monthly payments.

— Jessica Dickler,Annie Nova, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026

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