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pasteurizes

verb

present tense third-person singular of pasteurize
as in cleans

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pasteurizes
  1. cleans
  2. refines
  3. clarifies
  4. filters
  5. flushes
  6. cleanses
  7. improves
  8. purifies
Verb
  • The formula has a neutral pH that cleans hardwood floors and protects them from discoloration, too.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2026
  • There’s a very quick interview about filmmaking (and concrete) with Sopranos star and Ridgewood regular Michael Imperioli, and a longer interview with a guy who cleans gum off sidewalks professionally.
    — Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of cleans
Verb
  • The latest entry in its Galaxy Watch series, the Galaxy Watch 9, further refines the product into a strong competitor, with a bright and colorful Super AMOLED display, redesigned band for better breathability, and a new CPU.
    — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 17 Sep. 2026
  • There’s also capryloyl salicylic acid (LHA), a gentle exfoliating acid that refines rough texture as cell turnover begins to slow over time.
    — Emily Orofino, Allure, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of refines
Verb
  • Haddad clarifies that vinyl itself doesn’t rust, which means that any visible rust on the siding is coming from something else.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The new guidance clarifies that the mandatory testing would initially apply to only male service members.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of clarifies
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  • Range Hood and Filter Range hood filters trap grease and dirt, preventing debris from entering the ductwork and creating a fire hazard.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2026
  • If your home uses a septic system, wastewater flows into a tank and filters through soil.
    — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of filters
Verb
  • Sleep, for instance, isn’t downtime but active maintenance, when the brain flushes out cellular waste in ways that may help stave off dementia.
    — Andrea Gawrylewski, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2026
  • In deep sleep, your brain runs a clearance system that flushes out metabolic waste, including the proteins associated with Alzheimer's.
    — Sue Peschin, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of flushes
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  • Elevate your bathing routine with this creamy shower gel that gently cleanses and nourishes your skin with a blend of acai, cupuacu butter and coconut oil.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 9 July 2026
  • The Kérastase Chronologiste Revitalizing Youth Shampoo removes buildup, cleanses the scalp, softens and strengthens strands (meaning less breakage), increases moisture starting at the root, improves follicle health (meaning less shedding), and imparts shine.
    — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 15 June 2026
Definition of cleanses
Verb
  • This not only improves energy efficiency but also creates additional work to build smart controls, battery systems, microgrids, and distributed energy infrastructure.
    — Kevin Williams, CNBC, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Houston falls to 8-3-3 at home, while Sporting KC improves to 3-10-0 on the road.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of improves
Verb
  • Next, the raw material is handed over to Talga Group, a specialist firm that purifies the recycled feedstock into pristine, battery-grade graphite.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 July 2026
  • The disposable wand purifies red, white and sparkling wines while enhancing the natural taste, aroma and color of the wine.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 June 2026
Definition of purifies
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“Pasteurizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pasteurizes. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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