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antibacterial

[an-tee-bak-teer-ee-uhl, an-tahy-] / ˌæn ti bækˈtɪər i əl, ˌæn taɪ- /


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Then came paper towels, Method cleaner, dish soap, lime sparkling water and grapefruit-scented antibacterial wipes.

From Salon Aug. 20, 2026

That is obviously several steps removed from GoPuff loading antibacterial wipes into my late-night cart.

From Salon Aug. 20, 2026

It is commonly used as a preservative, an antibacterial agent, and in leather tanning.

From Science Daily Feb. 3, 2026

A third region contained the Pip gene, which produces an antibacterial molecule, and was linked to bacteria from the Muribaculaceae family.

From Science Daily Dec. 23, 2025

“Well, make sure to wash your hands with antibacterial soap.”

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas




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