disinfecting
- present participle of disinfect.
Example Sentences
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The advert has sparked heated discussions across Chinese social media platforms over the last few days, with many people angered by its attempts to compare a person's "purity" with the disinfecting abilities of Dettol products.
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026
The MV Hondius, the ship where the outbreak occurred, will undergo cleaning and disinfecting after it arrives in the Netherlands Monday, the company said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
If the contaminated food product came into contact with your fridge or counter tops, the FDA recommends cleaning and disinfecting those areas.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2025
“I've embraced a few straightforward yet effective habits, like disinfecting surfaces and maintaining distance in crowded areas.”
From Salon • Sep. 8, 2024
Into each Sunbeam frying pan they dropped a handful of disinfecting crystals.
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
