: the promotion of hygiene and prevention of disease by maintenance of sanitary conditions (as by removal of sewage and trash)—often used attributively
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Example Sentences
Diseases can spread from poor sanitation.
Recent Examples on the WebCulinary teams’ meals were judged on taste, creativity, safety and sanitation. Susan Dunne, courant.com, 3 Mar. 2022 Focus on safety and sanitation: dirty dishes and items that can trip you up.Washington Post, 31 Oct. 2021 In extremely rare cases, the weakened virus can also sometimes mutate into a more dangerous form and spark outbreaks, especially in places with poor sanitation and low vaccination levels.CBS News, 22 Aug. 2022 Camps for Syrian refugees in northern Iraq have cut access to clean water, sanitation and electricity.New York Times, 22 Aug. 2022 The guide provides readers with a list of items to keep handy such as water, food, medications, tools, sanitation and hygiene products, clothing, bedding and first aid products. Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 18 Aug. 2022 But, if they're given in areas with poor hygiene, improper sanitation, and low vaccination rates, the vaccine virus can spread, mutate, and regain the ability to cause disease and paralysis. Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 12 Aug. 2022 Safe water is a basic necessity for life, and proper sanitation and hygiene are our baseline barrier against the spread of infection and disease.Forbes, 3 Aug. 2022 Such employees also fill roles in sanitation and baggage handling, among others. Katie Rice, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2022 See More