as in to sanitize
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Recent Examples of disinfect
Their acidic oils can adjust soil pH, repel pests, and even disinfect gardening tools.
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Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano,
The Spruce,
7 June 2026
Scientists found that some yeast species capable of breaking down phenol, a chemical used to disinfect the mummy after its discovery, have increased over time despite the freezing temperatures.
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Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
Species that were able to digest phenol, a chemical used to disinfect the Iceman, have grown—despite the below-freezing temperatures that Ötzi is kept in.
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Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
3 June 2026
Once past filtration, the sewage water is sent to be disinfected using chlorine.
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Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for disinfect
Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano,
The Spruce,
7 June 2026
Scientists found that some yeast species capable of breaking down phenol, a chemical used to disinfect the mummy after its discovery, have increased over time despite the freezing temperatures.
—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
Species that were able to digest phenol, a chemical used to disinfect the Iceman, have grown—despite the below-freezing temperatures that Ötzi is kept in.
—
Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
3 June 2026
Once past filtration, the sewage water is sent to be disinfected using chlorine.
—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for disinfect
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disinfect
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The agency advised retail delis to clean and sanitize their food and surfaces and to discard open deli products if the deli housed the headcheese.
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While younger generations were taught in school about the atrocities of the Holocaust, the book found that family lore continued to sanitize the past with grandparents often painted as heroes, rescuers or victims themselves.
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The traditional boundaries between work and life dissolved as workers tried to maintain productivity through economic upheaval, all while decontaminating groceries and managing their children’s online classes.
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The wire seals certify a vessel had either been decontaminated and inspected for invasive species or was last launched in the Lake Tahoe basin, agency officials said in a news release.
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And here, the researchers simply purified the translation machinery and supplied it to the SpudCells.
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The disposable wand purifies red, white and sparkling wines while enhancing the natural taste, aroma and color of the wine.
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Separate the jade plant from other plants so the pests won’t spread, then wipe the leaves with neem oil.
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Suppose a relatively small near-Earth object is speeding toward our planet, threatening to wipe the city of Dallas (whose population is over a million) off the map.
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Doctors, following accepted practice, would likely have bled or purged an ill person for humoral balance.
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Among those purged or forced to retire have been a chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the chief of naval operations and the head of the Defense Health Agency.
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Was scrubbed from Friday because of bad weather in the launch recovery zone in the Atlantic.
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Then rinse the board with hot water, apply detergent, and scrub it with a clean brush to remove food debris and oils.
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Ashton's journey from moving bins to cleaning them demonstrates that a complete roadmap isn't necessary; curiosity and taking the next step are crucial.
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Tahoe officials have been vigilant, ensuring all boats are cleaned, drained and dry before launching into Lake Tahoe.
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Some physicians recommend washing your mouth out after use by gargling and rinsing your mouth with water.
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Swirl the berries for about a minute, then rinse them for 30 seconds under cold water to remove the vinegar, and dry as directed above.
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“Disinfect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disinfect. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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