How to Use antibacterial in a Sentence
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David washed the wound with soap and water and applied antibacterial cream.
— Sandra G. Boodman, sacbee, 19 June 2017 -
David washed the wound with soap and water and applied antibacterial cream.
— Philly.com, 10 Sep. 2017 -
Dilute the tea tree oil in a carrier oil, like antibacterial coconut oil, before applying twice a day until the bite is healed.
— Mandy Ferreira, Good Housekeeping, 27 July 2017 -
Harsh cleaners and products: Bar soaps, antibacterial soaps, and some cleansers can be alkaline, disrupting the acid mantle when used on the face.
— Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024 -
Get rid of bacteria, dirt, and oils with chemical-free, antibacterial cleaner like this one, gentle enough for technology but strong enough get rid of all the ick.
— Carley Knobloch, USA TODAY, 25 Sep. 2017 -
These findings lead many to believe that this bacteria causes eczema but this can lead to overuse of irritating antibacterial soaps and overuse of antibiotics.
— Dr. Leslie Baumann, miamiherald, 4 Aug. 2017 -
Fabrics also boast antibacterial and anti-odor features, which promotes more sustainable at-home laundry care.
— Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Oct. 2024 -
Use antibacterial hand sanitizer and sanitization wipes to keep your hands clean and bacteria-free.
— Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2024 -
The company says its new platform has already discovered six new broad-spectrum antibacterial natural extracts.
— Lee Roop, AL.com, 11 Sep. 2017 -
Visitors coming in the building are sprayed down with an antibacterial agent, and the entire compound is surrounded by giant trees designed to block the wind from transporting insects.
— Julie Wernau, WSJ, 26 Sep. 2017 -
Over time, the antibacterial and antiinflammatory ingredient will help to soften and smooth the skin’s texture, and even brighten it.
— Neha Tandon, Glamour, 28 Oct. 2024 -
From antibacterial and antiviral properties to aiding in digestion, don’t forget to incorporate summer herbs like basil, oregano and thyme into your meals.
— Katie Cavuto, Ms, Rd, Philly.com, 28 June 2017 -
Use a mild antibacterial soap and leave them on a towel to air dry.
— Gigi Engle, SELF, 19 Dec. 2018 -
Use a good antibacterial cleaner on the bins and racks, and also wipe the rubber gasket seal on the door.
— Washington Post, 10 Oct. 2019 -
Among the items to include are face masks, antibacterial wipes, child care and pet supplies.
— Teresa Velasco, San Antonio Express-News, 1 June 2021 -
Wipe your screen with an antibacterial wipe often to get rid of germs.
— Kristin Koch, Seventeen, 1 Aug. 2020 -
Use a wet cloth, a wipe, or even an antibacterial spray and a paper towel to wipe your makeup bag clean.
— Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 28 Aug. 2023 -
Spray it with an antibacterial cleanser or soapy water and scrub with a long-handle brush.
— NBC News, 22 Feb. 2020 -
The metals could have been added as a way to add pigment, whitener or an antibacterial agent.
— Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 9 July 2024 -
Both Talakoub and Sobel agree that HA is a good antibacterial agent on the skin to help heal wounds like burns and skin ulcers.
— Audrey Noble, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 Dec. 2018 -
Scrub it well with antibacterial soap and water after each use, and replace it when the surface starts to feel dull.
— Neha Tandon, Glamour, 7 Aug. 2024 -
These protocols, much like in the U.S., are the use of face masks, antibacterial gel and maintaining a healthy distance.
— Javier Arce, The Arizona Republic, 14 June 2021 -
The spices in this chai tea are warm and bracing, with all of the antioxidants and antibacterial properties that go along with tea and spices.
— Anna Thomas Bates, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2018 -
And who would have thought even a year ago that a company touting an antibacterial spray would go for a Super Bowl spot?
— Marc Bona, cleveland, 8 Feb. 2021 -
Take antibacterial wipes, too, and wipe down your seat, tray table, arm rest and other areas around you.
— USA Today, 29 June 2020 -
If meat is murder, does that mean antibacterial soap is, too?
— WIRED, 27 June 2023 -
With the slide of a button, the antibacterial nozzle slips back inside the cylinder that’s coated in a metallic finish.
— Liz Stinson, Curbed, 9 July 2019 -
One 1990 study found that dogs’ saliva had slight antibacterial effects when a mother licks herself and her young, Primm points out.
— Erika Engelhaupt, National Geographic, 24 Oct. 2017 -
Zinc pyrithione is an antibacterial and antifungal agent that treats flakes and itchy scalp.
— Patia Braithwaite, SELF, 2 Nov. 2020 -
The overwhelming sadness came out of nowhere and in the most inconvenient place: in front of a big display of antibacterial wipes at Target.
— Meghan Rabbitt, Health.com, 22 Nov. 2021
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