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Recent Examples of germicidal
Some researchers are similarly enthusiastic about the promise of germicidal lighting.
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Jacob Stern, The Atlantic, 13 Oct. 2022
In those, schools could consider turning to HEPA filters or germicidal UV, Bahnfleth said.
—Stephanie Gosk, NBC News, 17 Aug. 2022
Another option may be ultraviolet germicidal irradiation.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 21 June 2022
To date, pandemic design has coalesced around air purification, which harnesses tactics such as humidification, pressurization, filtration, and ultraviolet germicidal irradiation to kill viruses suspended in the air.
—Eleanor Cummins, The New Republic, 24 Dec. 2021
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Jacob Stern, The Atlantic, 13 Oct. 2022
In those, schools could consider turning to HEPA filters or germicidal UV, Bahnfleth said.
—Stephanie Gosk, NBC News, 17 Aug. 2022
Another option may be ultraviolet germicidal irradiation.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 21 June 2022
To date, pandemic design has coalesced around air purification, which harnesses tactics such as humidification, pressurization, filtration, and ultraviolet germicidal irradiation to kill viruses suspended in the air.
—Eleanor Cummins, The New Republic, 24 Dec. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for germicidal
Adjective
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The silver gallium functions as a natural antibacterial agent, and was found in animal testing to fight infection at the joint implantation site.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Oct. 2025
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Rubbing alcohol, which is a combination of water and isopropyl alcohol, has antibacterial and antifungal properties.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In traditional Chinese medicine, this spice is considered to have antiseptic and digestive benefits.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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This compact first aid kit includes bandages, antiseptic wipes, tweezers, and other basics for handling minor cuts and scrapes on the go.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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He was put in a hospital and given an antibiotic drip.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
3 Oct. 2025
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The antibiotic triggers a fatal self-sabotage in the bacteria.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Add these items to your regular cleaning routine to maintain a more sanitary space.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Sep. 2025
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The advice ranged from stockpiling bottled water and sanitary products, to growing edible foodstuffs at home.—
Olesya Dmitracova,
CNN Money,
24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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According to Ayurveda, the traditional Indian system of medicine, eating with your hands is hygienic (after having washed your hands, of course) and beneficial to your senses and digestion.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Oct. 2025
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For starters, the convenient silicone tip makes for more hygienic application that doesn't involve dipping your finger into a pot.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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There, the friends are plunged into a hell that defies description in its mix of aseptic rationality and normalized violence.—
Bartolomeo Sala,
The Dial,
27 Mar. 2025
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People who grow up in relatively aseptic city apartments are more likely to develop asthma and allergies than those who spend their childhoods on farms, for instance.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Germicidal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/germicidal. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.
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