as in sanitary
free from filth, infection, or dangers to health
food packaging done under rigidly hygienic conditions
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Recent Examples of hygienic
Dip nails cannot be filled either because the dip formula was designed to be fully removed between applications for the most hygienic experience.
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Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 22 Jan. 2025
Bamboo mats are also highly hygienic, allowing water to dry quickly and preventing mold or mildew growth.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 18 Jan. 2025
On the beauty end, the opportunities that exist across beauty, wellness, and hygienic resources are aplenty.
—Essence, 17 Jan. 2025
Not only is the presentation of these mini desserts adorable, but personal portions are also more hygienic and easier for the host to serve.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2025
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Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 22 Jan. 2025
Bamboo mats are also highly hygienic, allowing water to dry quickly and preventing mold or mildew growth.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 18 Jan. 2025
On the beauty end, the opportunities that exist across beauty, wellness, and hygienic resources are aplenty.
—Essence, 17 Jan. 2025
Not only is the presentation of these mini desserts adorable, but personal portions are also more hygienic and easier for the host to serve.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for hygienic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hygienic
Adjective
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Some institutions have their own sanitary precautions.—
Jake Offenhartz,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
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The organization is currently in Myanmar providing emergency support for youth and families, including health kits, medical supplies, tents, and personal hygiene items such as soap, sanitary pads, and disinfectant.—
Jenny Adams,
AFAR Media,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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With two treatments, the capybaras should be sterile for at least a few months.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The lower levels of the parking garage are sterile and lifeless — a liminal space of flickering lights and zero cars.—
Jack Flemming,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Hygienic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hygienic. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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