detergent

as in soap
a substance used for cleaning add the detergent to the washing machine before putting in the clothes

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Recent Examples on the Web Before detergents, soaps made from tallow, lye, and water were the norm. Stephan Rabimov, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024 After use, wash reusable pads with gentle, fragrance-free laundry detergent to keep them clean and prevent bacterial growth. Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 16 Sep. 2024 Here’s hoping there’s a good Prime Day deal on detergent. Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2024 Then, soak the backpack in the detergent solution for at least 15 minutes up to overnight. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for detergent 

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“Detergent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/detergent. Accessed 24 Oct. 2024.

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