as in health
the things that you do to keep yourself and your surroundings clean in order to maintain good health
Poor sanitation and hygiene caused many of the soldiers to get sick. He has very poor personal hygiene. Brushing your teeth regularly is an important part of good dental/oral hygiene.
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Recent Examples of hygiene
These include dental conditions as well as oral health and hygiene practices.
Cavities
Cavities are areas where enamel breaks down due to tooth decay, causing fissures (cracks) and eventually holes in the tooth.
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Mark Gurarie, Health, 21 June 2025
Instead, both Karen and Crista recommend wearing compression socks, not only for hygiene but also for circulation.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025
Local charity Aseel provides hygiene kits and helps with food.
—Elena Becatoros, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2025
Innovating for safe water and sanitation In rural areas like the flood-prone provinces of KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape, communities lack access to safe water, hygiene, and sanitation (WASH).
—Unicef Usa, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
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Mark Gurarie, Health, 21 June 2025
Instead, both Karen and Crista recommend wearing compression socks, not only for hygiene but also for circulation.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025
Local charity Aseel provides hygiene kits and helps with food.
—Elena Becatoros, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2025
Innovating for safe water and sanitation In rural areas like the flood-prone provinces of KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape, communities lack access to safe water, hygiene, and sanitation (WASH).
—Unicef Usa, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hygiene
Noun
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Due to his health issues, Stevens' performances at the CabaRay Showroom were canceled through July.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
10 July 2025
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American Immigration Council research director Nan Wu told USA TODAY the nonprofit estimates that 4.2% of nursing assistants and 6.4% of home health aides across the country are undocumented, based on census data.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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The best rebounder trampolines have become a favorite among fitness pros and physical therapists for low-impact cardio that’s surprisingly effective.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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In addition to her fitness pursuits, Bitner flaunted her pastry-making skills and regularly shared photos of her decorative cakes.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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The recent study, conducted by Oxi Fresh, a carpet cleaning company, graded each metro area based on several key indicators of cleanliness, including air and water quality, rodent and cockroach infestation, litter and vandalism, and population density.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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Users are prompted with a survey about cleanliness after usage, Yee said.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
2 July 2025
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“Hygiene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hygiene. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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