How to Use hygiene in a Sentence

hygiene

noun
  • Poor sanitation and hygiene caused many of the soldiers to get sick.
  • He has very poor personal hygiene.
  • Brushing your teeth regularly is an important part of good dental hygiene.
  • The durable and easy-to-clean cover ensures longevity and hygiene.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 24 May 2023
  • That is where good sleep hygiene (or habits) come into play.
    Madeline Holcombe, CNN, 3 Apr. 2023
  • One way to improve your oral hygiene is to adopt an oral-care routine.
    Jaclyn Smock, Allure, 10 Feb. 2023
  • The humble toothbrush can help with a whole lot more than just your dental hygiene.
    Kalina Newman, Washington Post, 27 Mar. 2024
  • And yet, there are others who aren’t as keen on promoting the method, with safety and hygiene top of mind.
    Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 30 July 2023
  • In addition to the showers, the group provides free clothes and hygiene products.
    Joy Ashford, Dallas News, 25 Aug. 2023
  • Good spine hygiene doesn’t mean brushing and flossing your spine in front of the mirror every day.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 26 Mar. 2023
  • The fabs demand caution, reverence, and of course the hygiene of an abluted priest.
    Virginia Heffernan, WIRED, 21 Mar. 2023
  • Also, as an appliance that will surely see a lot of use, think about hygiene.
    Men's Health, 10 Feb. 2023
  • That’s not going to completely screw up your sleep hygiene.
    Sofia Quaglia, Discover Magazine, 15 Mar. 2023
  • Of course, most dentists will tell you that, for the absolute best dental hygiene, brushing alone isn't enough.
    Men's Health, 15 Feb. 2023
  • Humans may need more sleep during the winter, new study suggests What is sleep hygiene?
    Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2023
  • Many people strive for pearly whites, but oral hygiene isn’t just about cosmetics.
    Lacey Muinos, Health, 11 Dec. 2023
  • Sound oral hygiene may help reduce your risk of oral STI transmission.
    Women's Health, 10 Feb. 2023
  • The unique shape and texture help promote good oral hygiene by gently scraping away plaque and tartar buildup as your dog chews on it.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 28 Aug. 2023
  • There are rumors of what happens to women whose period hygiene isn’t up to par.
    Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Nov. 2023
  • There’s no need to have an array of toothbrushes to support good dental hygiene.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito, Peoplemag, 19 June 2023
  • Apart from all that, general data hygiene is also a good counter.
    Omar L. Gallaga, WIRED, 4 Mar. 2023
  • Bad cases of eczema don't simply arise from poor hygiene or skincare routine.
    Jenna Birch, Health, 9 Mar. 2023
  • On top of that, the robot ensures consistent quality and good food hygiene.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 June 2023
  • At a fraction of the cost, the rental-friendly option is a great way to upgrade your bathroom experience and overall hygiene.
    Amy Stanford, Health, 26 May 2023
  • Health and hygiene aside, though, a clean fridge can be a quality of life improvement in its own right—making produce, leftovers, and snacks all the more craveable.
    Alma Avalle, Bon Appétit, 10 Feb. 2023
  • Women could go there to pick up hygiene and menstrual products.
    Ruben Vivesstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2023
  • Aim to keep naps under 30 minutes to feel restored and refreshed, and focus on good sleep hygiene practices at bedtime too.
    Good Housekeeping, 16 July 2023
  • Those sounding the alarm about the issue point to numerous studies that link poor dental hygiene with a person’s overall health.
    NBC news, 31 Mar. 2023
  • Since little kids have less practiced hygiene skills, allow younger kids to look at the baby but not touch them, especially near places like their face and hands.
    Rebecca Stewart, Parents, 21 Dec. 2023
  • And who knows how many people will be affected by lack of standard supplies such as food, water, and hygiene products.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 13 Aug. 2023

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