as in sterile
free from filth, infection, or dangers to health
the nurse made sure that everything in the room was sanitary so that the baby wouldn't get sick
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Recent Examples of sanitary
Families shared their testimonies with immigrant advocates filing a lawsuit to prevent the Trump administration from terminating the Flores settlement agreement, a 1990s-era policy that requires immigrant children detained in federal custody be held in safe and sanitary conditions.
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Valerie Gonzalez, Los Angeles Times, 21 June 2025
They were trapped there for a week without electricity, without sanitary bathrooms, without adequate food or water.
—Asha Bandele, Essence, 25 June 2025
The company carried out fleet-wide safety upgrades aimed at preventing engine room fires, and changed its terms and conditions, removing caveats about wholesome food, sanitary and safe living conditions, safe passage, and a sea-worthy vessel.
—Chris Vognar, Rolling Stone, 24 June 2025
How watermelon is usually prepared also puts it at a sanitary disadvantage, according to Dr. Detwiler.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 16 June 2025
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Valerie Gonzalez, Los Angeles Times, 21 June 2025
They were trapped there for a week without electricity, without sanitary bathrooms, without adequate food or water.
—Asha Bandele, Essence, 25 June 2025
The company carried out fleet-wide safety upgrades aimed at preventing engine room fires, and changed its terms and conditions, removing caveats about wholesome food, sanitary and safe living conditions, safe passage, and a sea-worthy vessel.
—Chris Vognar, Rolling Stone, 24 June 2025
How watermelon is usually prepared also puts it at a sanitary disadvantage, according to Dr. Detwiler.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sanitary
Adjective
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Between 1962 and 1975, the U.S. and Mexico bred and released more than 94 billion sterile flies to eradicate the pest, according to the USDA.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
2 July 2025
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Subsequently, the agriculture department increased sterile fly deliveries and supported additional surveillance programs, which led to livestock imports restarting in February 2025.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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The outdoor splash park will have 15 interactive features from gentle jets to fountains to misting stations while also designed for safety with non-slip surfaces and other hygienic protections.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Apr. 2025
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Pros: The packaging keeps the formula stable and is more hygienic than a jar Cons: None This nourishing formula is a favorite among dermatologists.—
Deanna Pai,
Glamour,
28 May 2025
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“Sanitary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sanitary. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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