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a substance used for cleaning
a little soap and water should clean this in no time
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Recent Examples of soaps
Mild soaps are safe for cleaning a bird feeder, provided it is thoroughly rinsed to remove any residue.
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Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 5 Feb. 2026
Elliot, who’s also appeared on soaps All My Children, Days of Our Lives and The City, is a four-time Emmy nominee, with one win.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Other winners are first-timers, including L’Oréal, which nudged Procter & Gamble off the throne in the soaps and cosmetics category.
—Matthew Heimer, Fortune, 21 Jan. 2026
Add into the mix consistent hand-washing, doing the dishes with harsh soaps, and something as mundane as getting gel nail polish cured with a UV light?
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
Incorporate elements such as scented hand soaps or fragrant eucalyptus branches in an en suite bathroom to give your primary suite a spa-like feel.
—Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 16 Jan. 2026
Shop The Local Boutiques Start at Pish Posh Patchouli's and rack up on artisanal soaps, skincare, and other apothecary items.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2026
Opt for liquid soaps, such as hand washes, body washes, or even Castile soap, which generally lack talc—a primary soap scum contributor.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2026
Located inside the Lamar Bathhouse, the shop is open daily, selling a variety of souvenirs that highlight the area's history, flora and fauna, and, of course, bath products—everything from fancy soaps and loofah sponges to bottles that can be filled with water from the hot springs.
—Alex Schechter, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 5 Feb. 2026
Elliot, who’s also appeared on soaps All My Children, Days of Our Lives and The City, is a four-time Emmy nominee, with one win.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Other winners are first-timers, including L’Oréal, which nudged Procter & Gamble off the throne in the soaps and cosmetics category.
—Matthew Heimer, Fortune, 21 Jan. 2026
Add into the mix consistent hand-washing, doing the dishes with harsh soaps, and something as mundane as getting gel nail polish cured with a UV light?
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
Incorporate elements such as scented hand soaps or fragrant eucalyptus branches in an en suite bathroom to give your primary suite a spa-like feel.
—Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 16 Jan. 2026
Shop The Local Boutiques Start at Pish Posh Patchouli's and rack up on artisanal soaps, skincare, and other apothecary items.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2026
Opt for liquid soaps, such as hand washes, body washes, or even Castile soap, which generally lack talc—a primary soap scum contributor.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2026
Located inside the Lamar Bathhouse, the shop is open daily, selling a variety of souvenirs that highlight the area's history, flora and fauna, and, of course, bath products—everything from fancy soaps and loofah sponges to bottles that can be filled with water from the hot springs.
—Alex Schechter, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soaps
Noun
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While most of us know about laundry, decluttering, and scrubbing the bathroom, there are some tasks that even the most ardent cleaners may overlook.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
4 Feb. 2026
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Robotic vacuum cleaners and electric floor cleaners always end up in thrift stores after being unused in a home, and are usually priced low enough to take a chance on at the thrift store.—
Ashley Poskin,
Martha Stewart,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The detergents’ aggressive chemicals, combined with the washer’s high cleaning temperature, will eventually turn it grey or white, with a dull, non-reflective surface.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
9 Feb. 2026
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This includes high heat, harsh detergents, overloading a washer, and heavy-duty spinning.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Soaps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soaps. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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