as in cleaners
a substance used for cleaning a little soap and water should clean this in no time
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Recent Examples of soaps As was common for many soaps at the time, it could be used for both the body and for laundry. —
Alexander Coolidge, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026 Avoid soaps that are labeled antibacterial or that contain environmental contaminants like parabens, phthalates, or triclosan. —Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026 Nice Toiletries Upgrade to high-quality hand soaps and lotions, and consider replacing paper towels with a basket of individual washable linens. —Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 11 Apr. 2026 Offerings have since expanded to include homemade jams, dog treats, soaps and, of course, bread. —Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026 These biocides are added to many common household products, including antibacterial hand soaps, disinfecting wipes, spray cleaners, laundry sanitizers, textiles and personal care products, the researchers noted. —Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2026 Food to feed the goats is available, and a little shop acts as the goats’ personal lemonade stand, filled with cheeses, soaps and lotions made from their bounty. —Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026 Add into the mix consistent hand-washing, doing the dishes with harsh soaps, and something as mundane as getting gel nail polish cured with a UV light? —Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026 Phthalates also help lubricate substances and carry fragrances in personal care products, including deodorants; nail polishes; perfumes; hair gels, sprays or shampoos; soaps; and body lotions. —Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
Alexander Coolidge, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026 Avoid soaps that are labeled antibacterial or that contain environmental contaminants like parabens, phthalates, or triclosan. —Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026 Nice Toiletries Upgrade to high-quality hand soaps and lotions, and consider replacing paper towels with a basket of individual washable linens. —Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 11 Apr. 2026 Offerings have since expanded to include homemade jams, dog treats, soaps and, of course, bread. —Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026 These biocides are added to many common household products, including antibacterial hand soaps, disinfecting wipes, spray cleaners, laundry sanitizers, textiles and personal care products, the researchers noted. —Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2026 Food to feed the goats is available, and a little shop acts as the goats’ personal lemonade stand, filled with cheeses, soaps and lotions made from their bounty. —Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026 Add into the mix consistent hand-washing, doing the dishes with harsh soaps, and something as mundane as getting gel nail polish cured with a UV light? —Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026 Phthalates also help lubricate substances and carry fragrances in personal care products, including deodorants; nail polishes; perfumes; hair gels, sprays or shampoos; soaps; and body lotions. —Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soaps
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Stay away from abrasive cleaners or alkaline products (like vinegar).— Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
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But household cleaners are less likely to spoil and more likely to lose their potency.— Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 19 Apr. 2026
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Because curls tend to frizz and dry out, most of these shampoos avoid harsh detergents called surfactants.— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
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In the Laundry Room Your washer and dryer might look clean, but liquid detergents and fabric softeners can leave sticky residue along their exteriors.— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
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“Soaps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/soaps. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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