uncontaminated

adjective

Definition of uncontaminatednext
as in unpolluted

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Recent Examples of uncontaminated The city's website also includes guidelines regarding the disposal of sandbags — only dry and uncontaminated bags should be reused, and those that have been exposed to floodwaters should be placed in residents' bulk trash piles for collection. — Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 28 May 2026 Lin collects uncontaminated plastics which include needle and medication caps, as well as plastic containers. — Molly McCrea, CBS News, 1 May 2026 Always use pure, uncontaminated wood ash and test your soil pH before adding. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026 On select nights, follow dinner or drinks with a visit to the adjacent observatory and enjoy uncontaminated views of the galaxy. — Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for uncontaminated
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncontaminated
  1. unpolluted
  2. pure
  3. fresh
  4. clean
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  • Alternatively, take in views of a different sort on the islands of Møn and Nyord, both of which have achieved Dark Sky Park designation; at nighttime, their unpolluted skies light up with stars.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The region is known for its clear, unpolluted skies, which are still dark by night.
    — Cristina Dorador, The Dial, 14 July 2026
Definition of unpolluted
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  • Unitree’s debut is the first real public-market pricing on a pure-play humanoid robot company.
    — John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • His pure skill level and offensive IQ are long-term minor concerns.
    — Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of pure
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  • That choice was to keep him fresh for the more important league game on the weekend.
    — Thom Harris, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Apart from the cleanup, the Kallimarmaro is also getting a new track, upgraded lighting and fresh support facilities.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of fresh
Adjective
  • O’Donnell added people often take for granted how the economy is dependent on nature, by providing us with food, water and clean air.
    — Jamie Hailstone, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Once the cycle is complete, the dirty water drains away and you’re left with clean, wet clothing.
    — Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of clean

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“Uncontaminated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncontaminated. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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