solvents

noun

plural of solvent
as in disinfectants

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Recent Examples of solvents But the results lined up with recent findings showing possible links between autism and exposure to metals and certain solvents during pregnancy or early childhood, including a solvent called methylene chloride. — Sharon Lerner, ProPublica, 21 Aug. 2025
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  1. detergents
  2. cleaners
Noun
  • The novel touches on how the lack of personal toiletries, such as sanitary pads, hygiene products, detergents, and shampoo impacts women in particular.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Overusing detergents and washing towels in water that’s not hot enough can lead to buildup.
    — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of detergents
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  • Remove tough stains and dirt Without turning to commercial cleaners, the best at-home solution for dirty grout is a combination of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Hydrogen peroxide cleaners, however, do break down the tough shells of bacterial spores, lift biofilm off surfaces and work against colds and norovirus that cause digestive distress.
    — Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of cleaners

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