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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 magic ingredient is hypochlorous acid, an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial compound that occurs naturally in the body, supporting the skin barrier with daily use.—
Esme Benjamin,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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The patch's backbone is made of hyaluronic acid—a gooey polymer that's a common skincare ingredient—mixed with either antibacterial agents (including salicylic acid and Cannabis sativa extract) or anti-inflammatory agents (including niacinamide and chamomile extract).—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In the wound care section, a selection of bandages, dressings, and medical tape, along with antiseptic wipes, alcohol swabs, triple antibiotic ointment, and two manuals (one for dogs and one for people) is available.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Sep. 2025
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Treatment for infested cattle often involves cleaning, antiseptic treatment and coverings for wounds.—
Jamie Gumbrecht,
CNN Money,
25 Aug. 2025
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Antibiotic Resistance Although rare, probiotic bacteria can contain antibiotic-resistant genes.—
Ayesha Gulzar,
Verywell Health,
8 Sep. 2025
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Depending on factors such as the patient’s clinical condition and preexisting conditions and whether the infection was acquired in the hospital or in the community, the antibiotic choices could include one or multiple drugs such as levofloxacin, azithromycin, doxycycline and rifampin.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The sanitary sewer overflow released an additional 131 million gallons.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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From more sanitary and reliable health care products to light-weight (and hence energy efficient) infrastructure, plastics have been just as transformative in their benefits to humanity as bronze or copper or iron.—
Saleem H. Ali,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This model is known for its deep-cleaning performance and hygienic bin emptying and includes a two-year warranty.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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The short, which addresses period poverty, or the lack of access to safe and hygienic menstrual products, was developed through Black Girls Film Camp and screened as part of UFF’s programming.—
Jonel Juste,
Miami Herald,
26 Aug. 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 9 Sep. 2025.
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