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Adjective
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Try to keep both dry between uses, disinfect the brush head weekly (soaking it in hydrogen peroxide or antibacterial mouthwash will do the trick), and replace your toothbrush every three to four months.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Sep. 2025 -
The 20 study participants used the antibacterial patch for six days before switching to the anti-inflammatory patch.—
Margherita Bassi,
Popular Science,
24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The Whitney has a fumigation guy who uses a process called ultraviolet germicidal irradiation.—
Jake Offenhartz,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
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Humans have known for over a hundred years that UV radiation can kill deadly germs, and hospitals have used germicidal 254-nm UVC to sterilize objects for decades.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
8 Mar. 2023
Adjective
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While microbial evolution is well documented in antibiotic resistance and emerging pathogens, catching it in a single place, over less than a decade, is extremely rare.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
20 Sep. 2025
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On its menu, Burgerfi burgers feature hormone and antibiotic-free angus beef with American cheese, lettuce, tomato and Fi sauce.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This compact first aid kit includes bandages, antiseptic wipes, tweezers, and other basics for handling minor cuts and scrapes on the go.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Sep. 2025
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Treatment for infested cattle often involves cleaning, antiseptic treatment and coverings for wounds.—
Jamie Gumbrecht,
CNN Money,
25 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Add these items to your regular cleaning routine to maintain a more sanitary space.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Sep. 2025
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In other business, sanitary sewer project manager Walter Jaime told the council the city recorded a 6.35-inch rainfall during a rainstorm Aug. 18-19 that led to a sanitary sewage overflow on 25th Avenue, east of Clay Street.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For starters, the convenient silicone tip makes for more hygienic application that doesn't involve dipping your finger into a pot.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
9 Sep. 2025
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This model is known for its deep-cleaning performance and hygienic bin emptying and includes a two-year warranty.—
Nora Colomer
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“Microbicidal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/microbicidal. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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