as in sterile
free from filth, infection, or dangers to health
the nurse made sure that everything in the room was sanitary so that the baby wouldn't get sick
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Recent Examples of sanitary
Each kit contains 14 essential items, including soap, shampoo, reusable sanitary pads, toothbrushes and toothpaste, nail clippers, towels and water storage containers.
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Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
In other words, a lack of sanitary and dependable water systems can jeopardize lives which may deter utilities from partnering with water technology startups, no matter how innovative and cost-effective their solution may be.
—Jamil Wyne, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Residents in Louisville, Kentucky, were asked to temporarily reduce their water use for appliances like washing machines and dishwashers as the sanitary sewer system hit capacity.
—Hanna Park, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2025
The mayor said there has been evidence of groundwater making its way into sanitary sewer lines, which can lead to surcharging, or excess capacity, in the sanitary lines.
—Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
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Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
In other words, a lack of sanitary and dependable water systems can jeopardize lives which may deter utilities from partnering with water technology startups, no matter how innovative and cost-effective their solution may be.
—Jamil Wyne, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Residents in Louisville, Kentucky, were asked to temporarily reduce their water use for appliances like washing machines and dishwashers as the sanitary sewer system hit capacity.
—Hanna Park, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2025
The mayor said there has been evidence of groundwater making its way into sanitary sewer lines, which can lead to surcharging, or excess capacity, in the sanitary lines.
—Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sanitary
Adjective
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Tattoo Health Risk #3: Potentially Serious Infections Even in professional studios with sterile technique, infections are a real risk.—
Jesse Pines,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Your yard does not need to resemble a sterile English garden.—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Pros: The packaging keeps the formula stable and is more hygienic than a jar Cons: None This nourishing formula is a favorite among dermatologists.—
Deanna Pai,
Glamour,
28 May 2025
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The texture is rich, so a little goes a long way; use a spatula to keep things hygienic and scoop out the necessary amount.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Sanitary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sanitary. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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