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Recent Examples of disinfectant
Hydrogen peroxide is a disinfectant that provides a safe and effective method for cleaning a toilet bowl.
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Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 8 Feb. 2026
Like ammonia, disinfectant wipes can leave behind chemicals toxic to birds.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 5 Feb. 2026
If a shower mat is not used, wipe the tub clean with a disinfectant after your shower.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
For less intensive tasks like dusting or cleaning crumbs off the counter, consider avoiding strong disinfectants like bleach, hydrogen peroxide and a category of chemicals called quaternary ammonium compounds that can often be found in disinfectants, hair products and fabric softeners.
—Katelyn Richard, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2026
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Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 8 Feb. 2026
Like ammonia, disinfectant wipes can leave behind chemicals toxic to birds.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 5 Feb. 2026
If a shower mat is not used, wipe the tub clean with a disinfectant after your shower.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
For less intensive tasks like dusting or cleaning crumbs off the counter, consider avoiding strong disinfectants like bleach, hydrogen peroxide and a category of chemicals called quaternary ammonium compounds that can often be found in disinfectants, hair products and fabric softeners.
—Katelyn Richard, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disinfectant
Noun
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The most critical step is to remove all of the paint, first by scraping it off if needed, and then by using water for latex paint or a solvent for anything oil-based.—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
25 Feb. 2026
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The lab also detected methylene chloride – a hazardous solvent banned in most uses by the EPA – in one pack of gummies.—
Gina Lee Castro,
jsonline.com,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Kruger and Brooks are both veteran soap stars, having gotten their respective starts in daytime in the early 2000s.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Mar. 2026
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Use a soft brush or an old toothbrush with a bit of dish soap to gently scrub away grease and debris.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Disinfectant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disinfectant. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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