germproof

adjective

Definition of germproofnext
as in beneficial

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for germproof
  1. beneficial
  2. stainless
  3. spotless
  4. pristine
  5. unsullied
  6. healthful
  7. unsoiled
  8. squeaky-clean
Adjective
  • Within sectors, this outcome will be especially beneficial to financial stocks, with regional banks set to pop 3% in a Trump win, the firm said.
    Sarah Min, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
  • This can be beneficial for future career opportunities and collaborations.
    William Arruda, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of beneficial
Adjective
  • The eat-in kitchen looks almost plucked from the 1950s, but for the jazzy tiled backsplash and up-to-date stainless appliances.
    Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2024
  • Abutting a spacious fireside family room is a gourmet kitchen boasting Carrara marble and solid walnut countertops, dual islands, and stainless appliances.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2024
Definition of stainless
Adjective
  • Their neighborhood looks like a real estate brochure, with rows of large, uniform houses, spotless sidewalks and American flags flying from front porches.
    John Blake, CNN, 3 Nov. 2024
  • Kathy Cady, a former prosecutor turned victims rights attorney who represents Kitty Menendez’s oldest brother, said the parole board tends to approve releases if an inmate’s prison record is as nearly spotless as what’s described in the motion.
    James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2024
Definition of spotless
Adjective
  • Similarly, veteran Nevada political journalist Jon Ralston, known for his pristine presidential election forecast in the state, also predicted Monday that independents, which make up the plurality of voters in Nevada, would propel Harris to a narrow 0.3-point victory over Trump in Nevada.
    Sara Dorn, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Here are 11 destinations where the holiday season meets pristine powder, making for one perfect ski getaway.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of pristine
Adjective
  • Though this was at a time when homosexuality was still widely frowned upon, the pair managed to break through on pure, unsullied vision.
    Michael Cuby, Them, 29 Oct. 2024
  • Wolves and bears still roam the silent valleys of the Principality’s unsullied interior, and a new kind of wildlife tourism has sprung up to cater for visitors keen to peer at them through telescopes.
    Paul Richardson, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Apr. 2024
Definition of unsullied
Adjective
  • There are ways to ease the adjustment, including getting more sunshine to help reset your circadian rhythm for healthful sleep.
    ASSOCIATED PRESS, TIME, 27 Oct. 2024
  • The project works to develop innovative and sustainable food procurement criteria and create a more holistic, healthful food culture in schools.
    Danielle Nierenberg, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of healthful
Adjective
  • Causeway Street remains unsoiled.
    Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 4 Dec. 2022
  • An adulteration to Balenciaga's unsoiled $625 Paris sneaker, the distressed version costs more than double: $1,850.
    Elise Brisco, USA TODAY, 12 May 2022
Definition of unsoiled
Adjective
  • At the far end of the resort, a 24-hour squeaky-clean gym with state-of-the-art cardio and weight equipment offers disposable headphones, electrolyte drinks, water, and fresh fruit for grabs.
    Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2024
  • Pop boy bands, once defined by squeaky-clean images, have evolved into something more authentic and flawed—largely thanks to Payne.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of squeaky-clean
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