sunlight is the best disinfectant
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Transparency about the workings of an organization prevents corruption.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
"Sunlight is the best disinfectant," said Puccio in explaining his decision to open the proceeding to reporters.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “sunlight is the best disinfectant” mean?
Transparency about the workings of an organization prevents corruption.
Is “sunlight is the best disinfectant” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.