on contact

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: as soon as two things physically touch

The chemical kills germs on contact

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There has been one tweak to the rules, though: During replay challenges tied to out-of-bounds decisions, referees will now be able to retroactively call fouls on contact that contributed to the stoppage. —

Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 23 Oct. 2024 Dermalogica Stabilizing Repair Cream Ultra-soothing and calm on contact – this balmy-cream helps to break the pattern of sensitive skin and immediately comfort — becoming more resilient over time. —

Shani Hillian, Essence, 8 Oct. 2024 Bug bombs typically work on contact—killing common household insects like ants, spiders, roaches, and fleas instantly. —

Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2024 Scientists have found that as carbon dioxide levels in the air increase, poison ivy is growing larger and producing higher levels of the toxic compound that burns your skin on contact. —

Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for on contact