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
Pros: The packaging keeps the formula stable and is more hygienic than a jar
Cons: None
This nourishing formula is a favorite among dermatologists.
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Deanna Pai, Glamour, 28 May 2025
The texture is rich, so a little goes a long way; use a spatula to keep things hygienic and scoop out the necessary amount.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Feb. 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, 18 May 2025
Not all laundry hampers are made equal, some are more hygienic than others.
—Katelyn Squiers, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
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Deanna Pai, Glamour, 28 May 2025
The texture is rich, so a little goes a long way; use a spatula to keep things hygienic and scoop out the necessary amount.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Feb. 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, 18 May 2025
Not all laundry hampers are made equal, some are more hygienic than others.
—Katelyn Squiers, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for hygienic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hygienic
Adjective
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Schrader suggests wiping down cabinetry knobs or pulls, light switches, and doorknobs at least once a month to make your home more sanitary.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025
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This farming age, as well as more densely populated communities and poor sanitary conditions saw these zoonotic pathogens evolve to better transmit among their new hosts, with no need to use animals as intermediaries anymore.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Between 1962 and 1975, the U.S. and Mexico bred and released more than 94 billion sterile flies to eradicate the pest, according to the USDA.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
2 July 2025
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Subsequently, the agriculture department increased sterile fly deliveries and supported additional surveillance programs, which led to livestock imports restarting in February 2025.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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“Hygienic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hygienic. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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