sanitize

Example Sentences

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But Mr. Stern’s point is made: The effort to sanitize warfare doesn’t succeed, no matter how advanced the technology becomes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026

“If you get any sugar onto your glove, now, your glove is completely stuck to you. I would wash and sanitize my hands, but definitely don't put on gloves,” Vu explained.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2025

Bertha Servin, 58, works at Mission Linen Supply in Chino, an industrial laundry where workers sanitize and iron linens, uniforms and bedding for nearby hospitals.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 29, 2024

Vladeck: Two other things tend to be true when the court rushes: They tend to be more honest, because there’s less time to sanitize what they’re doing.

From Slate • May 28, 2024

And Mr. Johnson, the postmaster, had wanted to sanitize my letter before he handled it.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk