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disinfect

verb

Definition of disinfectnext
as in to sanitize

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Recent Examples of disinfect There are a number of ways to disinfect them, including with rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or a solution of water and bleach. — David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 6 Sep. 2026 Some help surgeons operate with greater precision, while others disinfect rooms, transport supplies, assist patients during rehabilitation, or provide comfort to people who are distressed. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026 Now, the clock starts on a seven-day process to remove other debris and power-wash and disinfect the cavernous freezer. — Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026 Disinfect your footwear To disinfect footwear, thoroughly wash the outside of the shoe. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for disinfect
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disinfect
  1. sanitize
  2. decontaminate
  3. purify
  4. wipe
  5. purge
  6. scrub
  7. clean
  8. rinse
Verb
  • Bleach can be used occasionally to whiten grout or sanitize small tile areas.
    — Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2026
  • What happened inside the city is the part no telling can sanitize.
    — JP Mangalindan, Time, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of sanitize
Verb
  • The protocol provides details on decontaminating clothing and equipment after caving.
    — Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Those exhibiting suspicious symptoms had samples taken and sent to a laboratory for analysis, the ministry said on Saturday, adding that the vessel was also decontaminated.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of decontaminate
Verb
  • Instead of sugar or salt, this scalp scrub counts on apricot seed to exfoliate and menthol to purify.
    — Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 14 Sep. 2026
  • There are many easy and cost-effective ways to purify water, such as boiling, filtration and treating with chemical disinfectants.
    — Elaine Reno, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of purify
Verb
  • Jawahar also tried to coach a victim to give a favorable statement to authorities and sought to have his sister wipe his iPhone, prosecutors said.
    — Corky Siemaszko, NBC news, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The Winny sneakers have also proved easy to wipe clean, pleasantly lightweight, and flexible enough to move with me without feeling flimsy.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 12 Sep. 2026
Definition of wipe
Verb
  • Parcells began that rebuild by purging the roster, releasing nine veterans, which included Hall of Fame linebacker Zach Thomas, all at once.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Now, Xi remains in office after purging political rivals, abolishing presidential term limits and consolidating power.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of purge
Verb
  • Surfaces were scrubbed down, while dishes were washed and categorized into what Voraotsady had brought and what belonged to OK YAKI.
    — Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Focus on crevices and edges where grease and debris tend to accumulate, but avoid scrubbing too harshly.
    — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of scrub
Verb
  • An original European chandelier, once in the dining room, has been meticulously cleaned and preserved.
    — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Sullivan began her chores, which included cleaning the home’s windows.
    — Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of clean
Verb
  • Washing soda functions as a processing aid and is rinsed out before the straw becomes pulp, the organization said.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Once all the debris has been removed, rinse the pan with water and thoroughly wash it with dish soap.
    — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of rinse

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“Disinfect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disinfect. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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