as in counter
a force or influence that makes an opposing force ineffective or less effective
a police crackdown that's intended as a neutralizer on the rising violence
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Recent Examples of neutralizer
Both coffee grounds and coffee beans are natural odor neutralizers.
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Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 7 May 2026
But Minnesota reminded basketball onlookers last series that its defense can be the ultimate neutralizer.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
The department has also installed gas wells to better control gas emissions, odor neutralizers to reduce stench, as well as various programs that convert landfill gas to energy, Alonso said.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
Deodorize Trash Bins Banana peels work wonders as odor neutralizers.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 10 Feb. 2026
Baking soda, coffee grounds, and vinegar are excellent odor neutralizers.
—Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 17 Jan. 2026
There’s also an odor neutralizer cartridge that can be placed into the vacuum’s brush roll and is designed to keep foul odors out of the air while cleaning.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
Cael Colarullo potted the neutralizer a few minutes in the second period on a power play, sparking three straight goals AC scored over the next 20 minutes.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 23 Dec. 2025
The model also includes odor neutralizer technology to combat smells.
—Nora Colomer
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Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 7 May 2026
But Minnesota reminded basketball onlookers last series that its defense can be the ultimate neutralizer.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
The department has also installed gas wells to better control gas emissions, odor neutralizers to reduce stench, as well as various programs that convert landfill gas to energy, Alonso said.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
Deodorize Trash Bins Banana peels work wonders as odor neutralizers.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 10 Feb. 2026
Baking soda, coffee grounds, and vinegar are excellent odor neutralizers.
—Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 17 Jan. 2026
There’s also an odor neutralizer cartridge that can be placed into the vacuum’s brush roll and is designed to keep foul odors out of the air while cleaning.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
Cael Colarullo potted the neutralizer a few minutes in the second period on a power play, sparking three straight goals AC scored over the next 20 minutes.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 23 Dec. 2025
The model also includes odor neutralizer technology to combat smells.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for neutralizer
Noun
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The rooms Suite living is the story here, with spacious layouts, full kitchens, granite counters, gas fireplaces, and balconies.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Drip pan Each Nespresso machine has a drip pan for holding beverage containers and guarding against drips on the counter.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
1 June 2026
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During Disney’s most recent quarterly report in early May, the company’s entertainment segment reported that streaming revenue offset declines in both linear affiliate fees and advertising.—
Lillian Rizzo,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
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Apply a thin crumb coat of buttercream over the entire cake to seal in crumbs, using an offset spatula to smooth it evenly.—
Kate Bradshaw,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
Noun
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The service The service strikes an ideal balance between polished and personal, all without being overly stuffy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Rocco’s of Roc Beach claimed the crown in the Queens Best Pizza Competition, thanks to its coal brick oven, which lends each slice the perfect balance of crisp and smoky.—
Zoey Goto,
Travel + Leisure,
2 June 2026
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“Neutralizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neutralizer. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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