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sanitation

[san-i-tey-shuhn] / ˌsæn ɪˈteɪ ʃən /
NOUN
sanitary science
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The regulations allowed for safe, sanctioned camping for up to 50 people with amenities like security and sanitation.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Recognizing that these bacteria can spread through passive fluid flows may help improve sanitation strategies in food processing facilities.

From Science Daily • Mar. 13, 2026

The emergency appeal funds will go towards shelter support, providing relief items, health services and maintaining water and sanitation services.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

In April 1968, Jackson joined King in Memphis, where the civil rights leader had decided to stand with striking Black sanitation workers.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

I hear the sanitation trucks enter the gate and see the men in their khaki uniforms fan out around the camp.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed