germs
Example Sentences
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"Rebecca often feels stressed and anxious about picking up germs when she has to sit and wait in the A&E department," said Delia, 69, from Prestatyn, Denbighshire.
From BBC ● Apr. 15, 2026
He studied the prevention and cure of disease and how the body functioned, including respiration and blood circulation, and he had a nascent understanding of germs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 14, 2026
There are several ways germs can enter your body in a public restroom:
From Science Daily ● Apr. 13, 2026
Cleaning air filters removes dust, pet hair and germs, and — the best part — replacing them is inexpensive and easy.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 28, 2026
Like I was going to give her germs or something.
From "Towers Falling" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
