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Recent Examples of germicidal
Some researchers are similarly enthusiastic about the promise of germicidal lighting.
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Jacob Stern, The Atlantic, 13 Oct. 2022
In those, schools could consider turning to HEPA filters or germicidal UV, Bahnfleth said.
—Stephanie Gosk, NBC News, 17 Aug. 2022
Another option may be ultraviolet germicidal irradiation.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 21 June 2022
To date, pandemic design has coalesced around air purification, which harnesses tactics such as humidification, pressurization, filtration, and ultraviolet germicidal irradiation to kill viruses suspended in the air.
—Eleanor Cummins, The New Republic, 24 Dec. 2021
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Jacob Stern, The Atlantic, 13 Oct. 2022
In those, schools could consider turning to HEPA filters or germicidal UV, Bahnfleth said.
—Stephanie Gosk, NBC News, 17 Aug. 2022
Another option may be ultraviolet germicidal irradiation.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 21 June 2022
To date, pandemic design has coalesced around air purification, which harnesses tactics such as humidification, pressurization, filtration, and ultraviolet germicidal irradiation to kill viruses suspended in the air.
—Eleanor Cummins, The New Republic, 24 Dec. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for germicidal
Adjective
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The magic ingredient is hypochlorous acid, an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial compound that occurs naturally in the body, supporting the skin barrier with daily use.—
Esme Benjamin,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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The patch's backbone is made of hyaluronic acid—a gooey polymer that's a common skincare ingredient—mixed with either antibacterial agents (including salicylic acid and Cannabis sativa extract) or anti-inflammatory agents (including niacinamide and chamomile extract).—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In the wound care section, a selection of bandages, dressings, and medical tape, along with antiseptic wipes, alcohol swabs, triple antibiotic ointment, and two manuals (one for dogs and one for people) is available.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Sep. 2025
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Treatment for infested cattle often involves cleaning, antiseptic treatment and coverings for wounds.—
Jamie Gumbrecht,
CNN Money,
25 Aug. 2025
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Could problems like climate change, antibiotic resistance, plastic pollution, and the biodiversity crisis be closer to solution?—
Scott Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The dermatologist will wash away any remaining blood on the skin and apply an antibiotic cream to help prevent infection.—
Carley Millhone,
Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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In other business, sanitary sewer project manager Walter Jaime told the council the city recorded a 6.35-inch rainfall during a rainstorm Aug. 18-19 that led to a sanitary sewage overflow on 25th Avenue, east of Clay Street.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Aug. 2025
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The sanitary sewer overflow released an additional 131 million gallons.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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For starters, the convenient silicone tip makes for more hygienic application that doesn't involve dipping your finger into a pot.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
9 Sep. 2025
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This model is known for its deep-cleaning performance and hygienic bin emptying and includes a two-year warranty.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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There, the friends are plunged into a hell that defies description in its mix of aseptic rationality and normalized violence.—
Bartolomeo Sala,
The Dial,
27 Mar. 2025
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People who grow up in relatively aseptic city apartments are more likely to develop asthma and allergies than those who spend their childhoods on farms, for instance.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Germicidal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/germicidal. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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