nontoxic

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Recent Examples of nontoxic In most cases, it’s found in nontoxic amounts that have no lasting effect on the body. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026 Ahead, find the nontoxic sunscreens that dermatologists most recommend. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026 Tackle Shower Limescale Get rid of pesky limescale with a nontoxic scrub. Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026 For people who are concerned about their hair extensions, braiding hair and wigs, Franklin said to look out for brands that label themselves as nontoxic or toxic-free. Claretta Bellamy, NBC news, 12 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nontoxic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nontoxic
Adjective
  • Advocates say there are ways around the issue by carefully sourcing nonpoisonous trees that are grown organically and not sprayed with fire retardant.
    Charles Passy, WSJ, 27 Dec. 2020
  • This will give them a chance to exercise this innate behavior with a safe source of nonpoisonous plant life.
    David Shultz, Science | AAAS, 8 Aug. 2019
Adjective
  • Regardless of the type, rye bread can be a nutritious option, but that's especially so when it’s made from whole-grain rye.
    Daryl Austin, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
  • In fact, some of the most nutritious and budget-friendly vegetables your family eats every week actually perform better with less sunlight.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Some foods are nutritional powerhouses that leave the others in their dust.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
  • The healthy fats in the avocado also help your body better absorb the fat-soluble vitamin A and antioxidants present in the mango, maximizing the nutritional impact of every bite.
    Lauren Manaker, SELF, 2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The seemingly small discoveries made close to home this month could be more nourishing than a long-haul trip.
    Kirah Tabourn, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
  • November 22 – December 21 Relaxing at home could be especially nourishing at present.
    Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • For livestock, this would include potable water, sanitary living conditions and access to a windbreak such as a building or tree line.
    Paula Wethington, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Results showed 80% of respondents voted no, citing both sanitary and ethical concerns.
    Reia Li, AZCentral.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Alongside the protest, organizers are collecting donations of clothes, hygienic products and food to stock community food boxes and to create care packages for in-need neighbors.
    Cate Charron, IndyStar, 28 Mar. 2026
  • Unicharm could already turn these materials into other hygienic products like toilet paper, but a new ozone treatment designed to bleach, sterilize, and deodorize the pulp is widening the possibilities even further.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • If possible, wash the wound with soap and water; avoid using antiseptic wipes, which may irritate the wound.
    Jasmine Mendez Follow, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
  • Two skaters, racing against the clock around a long oval, in an antiseptic urban facility, bored me.
    Sean Gregory, Time, 23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • Interiors are modern and clean, with a focus on floor-to-ceiling windows that maximize the far-reaching views from every part of the villa.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
  • At the home, on West First Avenue in Hialeah, rooms were well-furnished, clean and tidy.
    Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026

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“Nontoxic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nontoxic. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

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