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as in tidy
being clean and in good order
known for keeping a strenuously antiseptic kitchen, the floor of which does indeed seem fit for eating off of
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as in pristine
free from dirt or stain
for such an expensive, elegant Sunday brunch, one would expect the attendants at the buffet tables to be professionally attired in starched, antiseptic white jackets
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as in icy
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
an antiseptic assessment of the chances of survival for the ailing patient
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as in antibiotic
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Recent Examples of antiseptic
Vaishnavi Nayel Talawadekar, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2024
The raw pleasures of the flesh cede to the propriety of form with almost antiseptic elegance.
—Ara H. Merjian, ARTnews.com, 4 Oct. 2024
Tanisha M. Fazal, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2019
The Scottish physician treated soldiers during World War I, when the frontline treatment for infected wounds were harsh antiseptics that often did more harm than good.
—Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 27 Sep. 2024
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But even in their meditative trance, the Greens, then renting in Manhattan, noticed a few minor drawbacks: The 1,300-square-foot apartment lacked character, and the overall vibe felt somewhat antiseptic—think black hardware, white kitchen cabinets, and subway tiles in the bathroom.
—Vaishnavi Nayel Talawadekar, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2024
The raw pleasures of the flesh cede to the propriety of form with almost antiseptic elegance.
—Ara H. Merjian, ARTnews.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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Once the wounded are on the operating table, antibiotics, antiseptics, blood typing, and the ability to transfuse patients all make surgeries far more likely to be successful today.
—Tanisha M. Fazal, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2019
The Scottish physician treated soldiers during World War I, when the frontline treatment for infected wounds were harsh antiseptics that often did more harm than good.
—Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 27 Sep. 2024
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Its tidy exterior is clad in a wood-look plank siding trimmed in white to coordinate with a range of architectural styles.Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025
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The move to fold up the tent came at the close of a week marked by Disney’s deal to merge its Hulu + Live streamer with Fubo TV, which in turn brought a tidy end to the latter’s legal challenge against the Venu partners.Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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Accessible only by a scenic hike or kayak, this pristine spot offers a tranquil retreat with breathtaking views.Melissa Noel, Essence, 15 Jan. 2025
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As for other luxe ski resorts to head to this winter, destinations from Alaska to Patagonia are offering up pristine slopes for an over-the-top experience.Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 13 Jan. 2025
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Her makeup, too, was equally icy, with a metallic silvery-white shadow brushed under her brow as a highlight and dramatic black eyeliner winged all the way out to the outer corner of her brows, plus a pair of light blue-gray contacts enhanced by majorly fluttery, lush lashes.Kara Nesvig, Allure, 9 Dec. 2024
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White cautioned those traveling north of Indianapolis this weekend, however, should be mindful of potentially snowier, icier road conditions.Christopher Cann, The Indianapolis Star, 27 Nov. 2024
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Iron may also interact with certain antibiotics, including penicillin, tetracycline, and ciprofloxacin.1 These medications should be taken at least two hours apart from iron to avoid interactions.Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2025
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These infections can all rapidly be cleared by treatment with antibiotics.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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Nearly every piece of furniture has a special detail that helps the decor elude neat classifications.Troy J. McMullen, Architectural Digest, 13 Jan. 2025
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Govee Gaming Pixel Light Govee makes some neat products and the new Gaming Pixel Light looks like another winner, especially for those who enjoy pixel art.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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Guests throughout the year are dazzled by Fulk’s exquisite interiors and immaculate attention to detail, but the holidays will bring something special.Meredith Lepore, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
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For most of the restaurant’s existence, Herrera sat on a chair at the counter, with immaculate red nails, taking orders and writing the names of customers on paper bags.Erica Zora Wrightson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Jan. 2025
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But often during winter, the polar vortex will expand, bringing its cold air south and causing these notoriously large outbreaks of chilly temperatures.Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 17 Jan. 2025
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Fresh snow on the ground, bitterly cold air and wind gusts to 30 mph at times will generate wind chills — what the air feels like when combined with wind — in the single digits for the entire day.Mary Gilbert, CNN, 17 Jan. 2025
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This is being addressed more and more by medical schools, as young doctors are now encouraged to examine their patients in the context of their patients’ lives, in a discipline called narrative medicine.Alessandra Hirsch, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
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Vasquez said he was also contacted by Yancy’s cell mate, who told him that Yancy was not getting his medicine and had seizures while in custody.Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Antiseptic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/antiseptic. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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