as in health
the things that you do to keep yourself and your surroundings clean in order to maintain good health
Poor sanitation and hygiene caused many of the soldiers to get sick. He has very poor personal hygiene. Brushing your teeth regularly is an important part of good dental/oral hygiene.
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Recent Examples of hygiene
Their experimental study published in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces displays a special dental floss that detects cortisol levels in saliva, potentially making stress tracking as routine as your morning hygiene ritual.
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Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 28 May 2025
Well, Look Even Better Myth: That hot-at-Sephora skin salve will hydrate your skin and reverse years of damage caused by a bad diet and lackluster hygiene habits.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
Students are trained in safety protocols, hygiene, chemical handling and infection control — all vital for protecting public health.
—Ariana Monroy, Sun Sentinel, 20 May 2025
Unhealthy gums develop from poor oral hygiene and lifestyle habits, causing bacteria and plaque buildup.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 29 May 2025
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Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 28 May 2025
Well, Look Even Better Myth: That hot-at-Sephora skin salve will hydrate your skin and reverse years of damage caused by a bad diet and lackluster hygiene habits.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
Students are trained in safety protocols, hygiene, chemical handling and infection control — all vital for protecting public health.
—Ariana Monroy, Sun Sentinel, 20 May 2025
Unhealthy gums develop from poor oral hygiene and lifestyle habits, causing bacteria and plaque buildup.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hygiene
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New research suggests just one cup of beans daily could lower heart health markers or inflammation in people with prediabetes.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
5 June 2025
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At the time, some employees were told their health benefits would end after a 31-day grace period.—
Andrea Hsu,
NPR,
4 June 2025
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Many companies that once relied solely on fitness apps or gym memberships are expanding into more integrative care.—
Irina Logman,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The resort will have a full-service spa, a fitness center, an indoor thermal pool, a cold plunge, a sauna and steam rooms.—
Amaia Gavica,
Idaho Statesman,
8 June 2025
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The Seventh Avenue Beach, in particular, has been recognized by the Natural Resources Defense Council for its cleanliness.—
Rachel Chang,
AFAR Media,
2 June 2025
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Since his time in office, Mahan has stressed that the city needs to be more focused on residents’ priorities: reducing unsheltered homelessness, increasing public safety and cleanliness, and attracting investment.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
17 May 2025
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“Hygiene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hygiene. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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