“What many cleaning brands say they can kill 99% of” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.GERMS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “What many cleaning brands say they can kill 99% of”. It was last seen in the puzzle of April 29, 2025, where it runs at 26 Down and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.