germproof

adjective

Definition of germproofnext
as in beneficial

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  1. beneficial
  2. stainless
  3. spotless
  4. pristine
  5. unsullied
  6. healthful
  7. unsoiled
  8. squeaky-clean
Adjective
  • For the Lower 48 states, this is an example of a potentially beneficial El Niño influence.
    — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Companion planting with flowering plants, like yarrow, zinnias, and sunflowers, attracts beneficial insects that naturally control pests.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of beneficial
Adjective
  • Upon full assembly, the double-walled stainless-steel structure will measure 19 meters across, stand 11 meters high, and weigh about 5,200 tonnes before internal systems are installed.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026
  • Heat ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil in a large stainless-steel skillet over medium.
    — Rachel Dolfi, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 July 2026
Definition of stainless
Adjective
  • Many have spotless payment histories, pay more in rent than a mortgage would cost and have shown financial resilience by building businesses or sustaining long-term gig careers.
    — Efri Argaman, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • The travel center, which is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, has developed a cult-like following and is best known for a cute mascot who often boasts about its spotless, award-winning restrooms.
    — Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 25 July 2026
Definition of spotless
Adjective
  • The pristine green fields of the Little Haiti Soccer Park, for example, got to 121 degrees, even after an afternoon storm.
    — Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Sandwiched between two Porsches is a Ferrari Testarossa—pristine inside and out—wearing black paint with a red interior.
    — Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of pristine
Adjective
  • But the prosecutor leading the case against the Tates, Rareș Stan, had an unsullied reputation.
    — Heidi Blake, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
  • For those who have lost everything so others can appear unsullied, the only recourse may be getting what they’re owed in blood.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 3 June 2026
Definition of unsullied
Adjective
  • In the wrong hands, a salad is a vapid strategy for healthful eating.
    — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The center, which opened in 2023, provides three healthful meals a day, such as fish and chicken soup, which are seen as good for mothers’ milk production.
    — Ann Scott Tyson, Christian Science Monitor, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of healthful
Adjective
  • That performance turned out to be her best yet, pants unsoiled.
    — Carrie Battan, Vulture, 15 Jan. 2026
Definition of unsoiled
Adjective
  • The only thing better than coming home to a squeaky-clean house is not having to do the cleaning yourself.
    — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Candidates are expected to have maintained a squeaky-clean image since their conviction.
    — Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026
Definition of squeaky-clean
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“Germproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/germproof. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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