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
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
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 two sisters entered the restaurant, ran behind the counter and attacked the 23-year-old employee after they were given a wrong order, prosecutors said, according to the outlet.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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Cole is taken to that side of the room by the gurney and behind a long counter near what appears to be a medical supply cart.—
Penny Weaver,
Arkansas Online,
15 June 2026
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The startup, an eco-friendly digital banking company boasting fossil fuel-free investments, carbon offsets for gas purchases, and a debit card with cash-back benefits for shopping at clean companies, was founded by Sanberg and Andrei Cherny.—
Lily Wright,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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Using an offset spatula, spread the frosting into a flat, even circle layer.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 June 2026
Noun
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Those starting out with smaller investment limits might consider coins or small bullions, while those with higher balances to transfer might consider using a gold IRA.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
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Wall Street firms have enticed retail investors into buying into the IPO — Fidelity, for example, reduced the minimum account balance allowing clients to buy into an IPO from $100,000-$500,000 to $2,000.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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“Neutralizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neutralizer. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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