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sanitary

[san-i-ter-ee] / ˈsæn ɪˌtɛr i /


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Janice Sedgwick, a volunteer at the charity's Guildford branch, said needed items were things like "toothbrushes, toothpaste, shower gel, shampoo, sanitary pads and laundry detergent".

From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026

Her expressionless mug has been featured on countless toys, not to mention bowling balls, motor oil, a Fender Strat, a pricey Judith Leiber clutch, sanitary napkins and men’s underwear.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026

"In February, the municipality had sent a letter specifically calling for an inspection because the facility was not in compliance with regulations -- it was subject to sanitary enforcement proceedings," Romero told local networks.

From Barron's ● Sep. 12, 2026

Symptoms can include periods lasting more than seven days, the need to change sanitary protection every one to two hours, passing large blood clots and signs of iron deficiency such as fatigue and dizziness.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

The cafeteria wasn't exactly the most sanitary place to reopen that wound.

From "Turtles All the Way Down" by John Green


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