germs
Example Sentences
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And that’s how it should be anyway, because that’s where the unhealthy germs are.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
"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
Hand dryers can also contribute to the spread of germs.
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
Other germs take matters into their own hands, figuratively speaking.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
