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Recent Examples of cleanliness
Simple tasks like tackling odors, dirt, and grime don't require much time or effort but can significantly impact your home's cleanliness.
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Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
Royal Caribbean’s Adventure of the Seas ship, which premiered in 2001, ranked high in the CDC's list — proving that age is not necessarily linked to cleanliness.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 14 Mar. 2026
The Harvard Law analysis points out that the loose language of the bill could have other consequences, maybe even gutting some state safety, labeling and cleanliness standards.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
The needles were also renewed every three hours to maintain their sharpness and cleanliness.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
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Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
Royal Caribbean’s Adventure of the Seas ship, which premiered in 2001, ranked high in the CDC's list — proving that age is not necessarily linked to cleanliness.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 14 Mar. 2026
The Harvard Law analysis points out that the loose language of the bill could have other consequences, maybe even gutting some state safety, labeling and cleanliness standards.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
The needles were also renewed every three hours to maintain their sharpness and cleanliness.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleanliness
Noun
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Mexico pivoted to sending humanitarian aid, including food and hygiene products.—
Andrea Rodríguez,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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The firm in San Jose, California notes that neglect can include failing to meet basic needs such as hygiene.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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But those programs run up against systemic challenges and the health conditions that disproportionately affect Black women, according to Montgomery.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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Focus on adjustments that are necessary to protect your time and support your health.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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A day with the Buttigieges is a never-ending succession of wholesomeness.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
3 Mar. 2026
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Dees was the epitome of wholesomeness.—
Richard Wagoner,
Daily News,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Cleanliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cleanliness. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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