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
Larry Johnson, the organization’s director of hospital and crisis response, said the young people spent the funds on things like groceries, school supplies, transportation, utilities and hygiene products.
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Emilia Otte, Hartford Courant, 13 June 2026
Water shortages, limited hygiene and extreme heat and humidity continue to accelerate the spread of these diseases.
—Sarah Ferguson, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Guests can get hygiene supplies, clothes, and donated bicycles from Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange, with free bicycle repairs on Saturdays.
—Sharon Chin, CBS News, 11 June 2026
The situation is sometimes worse in Borno, both in Maiduguri, the state's capital, which is densely populated, and in remote communities with poor sanitation and hygiene due in part to being out of the close reach of health authorities.
—ABC News, 9 June 2026
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Emilia Otte, Hartford Courant, 13 June 2026
Water shortages, limited hygiene and extreme heat and humidity continue to accelerate the spread of these diseases.
—Sarah Ferguson, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Guests can get hygiene supplies, clothes, and donated bicycles from Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange, with free bicycle repairs on Saturdays.
—Sharon Chin, CBS News, 11 June 2026
The situation is sometimes worse in Borno, both in Maiduguri, the state's capital, which is densely populated, and in remote communities with poor sanitation and hygiene due in part to being out of the close reach of health authorities.
—ABC News, 9 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hygiene
Noun
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Philadelphia declared a heat health emergency for Thursday and Friday, activating cooling centers, home visits by field teams, outreach to people experiencing homelessness and other services.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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BangkokReuters — Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, the eldest child of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn, has died at 47, the royal palace said on Friday, after multiple health problems and nearly four years in a coma.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Amenities include a grab-and-go deli, bar and lounge, and 24-hour fitness center.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 Dec. 2025
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Whether or not these fitness-meets-fashion forays land is another question altogether.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
4 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Next, choosing the right material for your kitchen pegboard is critical, not only for aesthetics but also for long-term functionality and cleanliness.—
Better Homes & Gardens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
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This is not a matter of cleanliness.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
11 June 2026
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“Hygiene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hygiene. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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