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Recent Examples of germicide
According to a news release, Enviro-Master uses a non-toxic, non-corrosive and food-safe germicide that's dispensed from an electrostatic sprayer, basically the equivalent of a proton pack for germs.
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Slone Terranella, Detroit Free Press, 3 Dec. 2020
Slone Terranella, Detroit Free Press, 3 Dec. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for germicide
Noun
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Tips: Because conventional lemons are often sprayed with pesticides, this recipe calls for organic lemons.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 June 2025
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In my home state of California, a giant scandal erupted in June 2024 when the Los Angeles Times and Weed Week reported that many cannabis brands were contaminated with pesticides and heavy metals despite lab testing being a big part of the regulatory framework for legalization.—
Andrew DeAngelo,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Switch your control to one of the systemic insecticides found at garden centers.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2025
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An Expert Explains Insecticide Baking soda can be used in limited ways as an insecticide in the garden.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
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Neem oil is a natural fungicide that helps to control common apple diseases like apple scab, rust and powdery mildew.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
12 Apr. 2025
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In most cases, spray with a garden-safe fungicide instead.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Apply an herbicide labeled for controlling Canada thistle in spring, early summer, or fall.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2025
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Chemical Control Options Broadleaf herbicides are the most reliable control method for ground ivy.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
22 May 2025
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Then, using a simulation, the team found that the warmth and weight of the sleeping child could increase the off-gassing of the toxicants.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
15 Apr. 2025
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Chemical components of pesticides were found in four of the products — inhaling certain pesticides through marijuana smoking poses a risk of harmful toxicants entering the lungs and bloodstream.—
Ben Markus - Colorado Public Radio,
NPR,
4 Feb. 2025
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The toxins can cause vomiting, liver damage and reproductive defects in humans and livestock, prosectors said.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
5 June 2025
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Its toxins can cause vomiting, liver damage, and reproductive defects in both humans and livestock, the release noted.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
5 June 2025
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Despite possessing toxic skin alkaloids, poison frogs (Family: Dendrobatidae) have long been favorites because of their bright colors and patterns and their complex parental care behaviors.—
GrrlScientist,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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The notion that every foundational value of good government and responsible citizenship must be jettisoned to stop any particular American leader is poison to our politics.—
Mark R. Weaver,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 May 2025
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“Germicide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/germicide. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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