cleanliness
noun
clean·li·ness
ˈklen-lē-nəs 
: the quality or state of being clean : the practice of keeping oneself or one's surroundings clean
Though a stale remark, it can hardly be said too often, that personal cleanliness is one of the necessary agents to health …—
Walt Whitman
Walt WhitmanThe Romans spent hours at their elaborate bathhouse complexes, but not everyone equated cleanliness with virtue …—Sara Ivry
Sara IvryThis cleanliness is necessary to ensure that no dust or particles end up on the silicon surface during the processing of the chip.—Robert J. Cone
Robert J. ConeExamples of cleanliness in a Sentence
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The inspector found a lack of overall cleanliness, poor handwashing practices and pest control issues, according to the city spokesperson.
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Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 July 2026
If guests consistently mention location, cleanliness, staff helpfulness, breakfast, parking, room noise or digital convenience, those signals can influence future discovery.
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Jeff Fromm,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Atletico sources told The Athletic that every concert has complied with local noise and cleanliness regulations.
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Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
Fortunately, a few simple changes can help preserve your mattress’s comfort, cleanliness, and support for years to come.
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Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
1 July 2026
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Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 July 2026
If guests consistently mention location, cleanliness, staff helpfulness, breakfast, parking, room noise or digital convenience, those signals can influence future discovery.
—
Jeff Fromm,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Atletico sources told The Athletic that every concert has complied with local noise and cleanliness regulations.
—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
Fortunately, a few simple changes can help preserve your mattress’s comfort, cleanliness, and support for years to come.
—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
1 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for cleanliness
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“Cleanliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cleanliness. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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