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Recent Examples of solvent
An industrial solvent known as dioxane was once used at the manufacturing facility, the EPA said.
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Paula Wethington, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
In recent years, the company has been refining the chemistry and engineering behind its process, including solvent systems and separation techniques to recover high-purity polyester and cellulose from complex textile waste streams.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 9 Mar. 2026
Each ingredient is diligently vetted and each product is exhaustively tested (including a microbial analysis) for heavy metals, pesticides, solvent residues, environmental contaminants, and common allergens including gluten.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
The most critical step is to remove all of the paint, first by scraping it off if needed, and then by using water for latex paint or a solvent for anything oil-based.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 25 Feb. 2026
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Paula Wethington, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
In recent years, the company has been refining the chemistry and engineering behind its process, including solvent systems and separation techniques to recover high-purity polyester and cellulose from complex textile waste streams.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 9 Mar. 2026
Each ingredient is diligently vetted and each product is exhaustively tested (including a microbial analysis) for heavy metals, pesticides, solvent residues, environmental contaminants, and common allergens including gluten.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
The most critical step is to remove all of the paint, first by scraping it off if needed, and then by using water for latex paint or a solvent for anything oil-based.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solvent
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Toss washable pet beds and toys into the machine regularly, and wipe down feeding mats with a mild disinfectant.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Chloroxylenol is an antiseptic and disinfectant chemical used to kill bacteria and some viruses on skin or surfaces.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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In the Laundry Room Your washer and dryer might look clean, but liquid detergents and fabric softeners can leave sticky residue along their exteriors.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026
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Due to cost spikes and struggles to source material in the fallout from the Iran war, German chemical giant BASF SE moved to hike prices for detergents by some 30%, while peer Evonik Industries AG also announced higher rates for compounds used in feed for cattle and chickens.—
Marilen Martin,
Bloomberg,
15 Apr. 2026
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Prevention tips To reduce the risk of contracting Shigella, experts recommend carefully washing your hands with soap and water after activities that could cause exposure.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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Ellie grabs the wrong squeeze bottle and drizzles the eggs with dish soap instead.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Solvent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solvent. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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