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sanitation

[san-i-tey-shuhn] / ˌsæn ɪˈteɪ ʃən /
NOUN
sanitary science
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For roughly two centuries, human life expectancy climbed steadily as medicine, sanitation, nutrition, and healthcare improved.

From Science Daily Sep. 11, 2026

Detainees have reported worm-like creatures in their drinking water, launched hunger strikes, and signed onto class-action lawsuits in recent months, decrying poor food, sanitation and medical care.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 8, 2026

"There are privacy as well as sanitation concerns," said Anju Bhujel, 40, who has been living at the camp with her two young children after the family home was swept away.

From Barron's Sep. 1, 2026

Local officials admit the influx has placed enormous pressure on an area with little infrastructure, no piped water and limited sanitation.

From BBC Aug. 22, 2026

The old coral-stone water sanitation building with its arched walkways and terra-cotta roof was a royal castle.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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