How to Use bacteria in a Sentence

bacteria

noun
  • These food sources are why bacteria can grow on the loofah.
    — Colleen Murphy, Health, 27 May 2026
  • Salt and bacteria can be much worse.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Odor comes from the bacteria on your skin that work to break down sweat.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 Mar. 2026
  • Some bacteria, like strep, can last for weeks or even months.
    — Hannah Nwoko, Parents, 28 June 2026
  • At least that’s the case for bacteria.
    — Quanta Magazine, 11 June 2026
  • Well, in bacteria, of course, that’s kind of the point, right?
    — Quanta Magazine, 11 June 2026
  • These grooves can hold bad bacteria.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Methyl mercury is formed by bacteria in the depths of the ocean.
    — Daniella Garcia Almeida, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
  • It can be caused by viruses or bacteria.
    — Neelam Patadia, The Conversation, 27 May 2026
  • This is cold enough to stop the growth of bacteria and safely store food long-term.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 June 2026
  • The more nibbles there are, the more chances for bacteria.
    — Amy Brightfield, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Damp sponges and towels can cause bacteria to grow along with mold and musty odors.
    — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Over time, bacteria can grow in these wet, damp spaces.
    — Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
  • And be careful of bacteria at the beach.
    — Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Growth will resume when the bacteria thaw out.
    — Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
  • The problem with some bacteria is that there is no way to detect it or see it.
    — Lauren David, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
  • The only caveat is if bacteria get trapped in the skin while peeing.
    — Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, CNN, 26 Nov. 2024
  • Air drying a bath mat in the sun is a great way to combat bacteria buildup.
    — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Just be sure to clean your eyelash curler after each use to rid of any bacteria.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2022
  • And towels hold bacteria, so does sheets.
    — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026
  • These are a group of viruses that are known to infect bacteria.
    — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 9 Nov. 2023
  • The bacteria can spread to anything in the areas where the birds live and roam.
    — CBS News, 18 May 2026
  • This will prevent the spread of bacteria.
    — Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Oven mitts can harbor bacteria the same as anything else in the kitchen.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
  • Oven mitts can harbor bacteria the same as anything else in the kitchen.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
  • Try to steer clear of items that are more likely to contain the bacteria.
    — Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
  • When in doubt, fully cook your oysters to keep bacteria at bay.
    — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
  • The balance of good and bad bacteria in your gut dictates a great deal about your health.
    — Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2021
  • And won't the heat of the oven kill off any possible bacteria?
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
  • The group plans to study the same technique against other bacteria next.
    — Alex Knapp, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025

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