How to Use cleanliness in a Sentence

cleanliness

noun
  • The mayor of Paris swam the Seine to make a point about the river’s cleanliness ahead of the Olympics.
    Angela Watercutter, WIRED, 19 July 2024
  • The best way to pack flats is to first ensure the cleanliness of the rest of your travel wardrobe.
    Marissa Miller, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2023
  • But concerns about the cleanliness of the Seine did not begin just prior to the Olympics.
    Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune Europe, 8 Aug. 2024
  • With that said, cat litter is only as good as the cleanliness of the litter box.
    Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 6 Apr. 2023
  • Both Sofia and Bethenny were concerned about the cleanliness of the basement.
    Seyward Darby, Longreads, 5 July 2023
  • The loyal are drawn to the chain's plethora of food options and award-winning cleanliness.
    James Powel, USA TODAY, 2 Sep. 2023
  • Use a towel: Sit on a towel in the sauna to absorb sweat and maintain cleanliness.
    Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 22 July 2024
  • To guarantee the safety and cleanliness of Batch’s CBD oil, it is tested both in-house and via a third-party lab along the way.
    The Salt Lake Tribune, 12 May 2022
  • Grading is based on standards of appearance, such as the conditions of the white or yolk and the cleanliness and soundness of the shell.
    Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 7 Oct. 2022
  • Once a week in the south Los Angeles camp, Urban Alchemy staff check the tents’ cleanliness.
    oregonlive, 5 Feb. 2023
  • Ba Má prefer the cleanliness of London over the dirtiness of Paris.
    Viet Thanh Nguyen, The New Yorker, 9 Sep. 2023
  • With so much emphasis on cleanliness in the wake of a global pandemic, germs and dirt are top of mind.
    Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2024
  • The Japanese were a big hit in Qatar, on account of their extreme cleanliness.
    Sam Knight, The New Yorker, 3 Dec. 2022
  • The cleanliness of the U.K.’s waterways ranks at the bottom of lists of European countries.
    Richie Duchon, NBC News, 2 Oct. 2023
  • Longtin stresses that cleanliness is most important on the day of an open house or any showing.
    Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2022
  • But cleanliness alone won’t ensure that dairy products are safe, Lucey said.
    Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 20 July 2023
  • There's no need choose between style and cleanliness as long as this doormat is available.
    Kylee McGuigan, Popular Mechanics, 24 Jan. 2023
  • There’s a certainty to the outcome, a calm that comes with cleanliness and a definitive end to all the work for the holiday.
    Genevieve Ko, New York Times, 20 Nov. 2023
  • Minsk, which takes pride in its cleanliness, is tidy, with a modern city center.
    Valerie Hopkins, BostonGlobe.com, 22 July 2023
  • Its chill and purity mirrors the crystalline cleanliness of a snowy day.
    Jordan MacKay, Outside Online, 7 Mar. 2023
  • In the email, Hayes complimented Spirit for the cleanliness of the aircraft and the high quality of service by staff on board.
    Madlin Mekelburg, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2023
  • Houses were inspected for cleanliness and to check for home brew.
    WIRED, 15 July 2023
  • Complaints have been frequent about the cleanliness of tables, floors and bathrooms.
    New York Times, 10 Oct. 2021
  • Bed bugs don’t care so much about cleanliness or lack thereof; they are mainly attracted to warmth and blood.
    Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 18 Sep. 2023
  • Their team has been able to alleviate some of the most salient pain points of home swapping: logistics, cleanliness, and trust.
    Sarah Wood, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Feb. 2024
  • What has cleanliness meant to you as a literary framework?
    Emma Specter, Vogue, 3 July 2024
  • When not in use, a blade cover is included for safety and cleanliness.
    Ysolt Usigan, Woman's Day, 15 Sep. 2022
  • There is a lack of cleanliness and safety measures, Sheffield said, and complex managers are slow to respond to complaints.
    Nushrat Rahman, Detroit Free Press, 16 Apr. 2024
  • More to Know: Made in Japan, this curler comes with precision pads that can be easily replaced with the brand’s pads to ensure cleanliness.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2024
  • Their comprehensive suite includes managing facility cleanliness and ensuring adherence to health and safety guidelines.
    Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 18 Sep. 2024

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