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
Employees began raising concerns about Fahim’s bizarre and erratic behavior, as well as his allegedly poor hygiene, and, according to attorneys, some co-workers unsuccessfully urged firm leaders to fire him.
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Sean Emery, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
Asked to propose ideas for improving health, people generate more and better ideas when prompted to start with a specific area, like nutrition, hygiene, or exercise.
—Literary Hub, 6 May 2026
Passengers have been told to isolate and strict hygiene measures are in place.
—Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
It is not caused by poor hygiene.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
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Sean Emery, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
Asked to propose ideas for improving health, people generate more and better ideas when prompted to start with a specific area, like nutrition, hygiene, or exercise.
—Literary Hub, 6 May 2026
Passengers have been told to isolate and strict hygiene measures are in place.
—Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
It is not caused by poor hygiene.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for hygiene
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hygiene
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While everyone can be affected by smoke or ozone, the MPCA says those at higher risk of health complications include outdoor workers, older adults, children, those who are pregnant, and those who have heart or lung conditions.—
Forum News Service,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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California, Arizona, Texas and Georgia are also monitoring residents who were passengers, according to their respective health departments.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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The Federation of State Medical Boards has recommended that licensing applications limit questions to current conditions affecting fitness to practice, rather than to historical diagnoses.—
Frances Mei Hardin,
Boston Herald,
9 May 2026
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Behind the classic white facade are modern amenities such as the luxurious Aspira Spa, a fitness center, and an on-site culinary school.—
Jess Hoffert,
Midwest Living,
9 May 2026
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This satisfying tactic works in any size space and exudes a sense of cleanliness and old charm.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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The restaurant was closed due to critical violations including improper food holding temperatures and storage techniques, lack of hand hygiene and overall poor cleanliness, city officials said.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 May 2026
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“Hygiene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hygiene. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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