How to Use 100 percent in a Sentence

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  • Plus, the shirt is made from 100 percent cotton, which makes the fabric durable, breathable, and not see-through.
    Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2023
  • Made with 100 percent polyester, the fabric feels perfect for spring and light enough for summer.
    Erinne Magee, Peoplemag, 3 May 2023
  • The beef is 100 percent grass-fed, the chicken is free-range and organic, the pork is humanely raised, and the seafood is wild-caught.
    Women's Health, 19 Apr. 2023
  • To give you an idea, the patty melt is made with a burger that’s 100 percent mushrooms, passed through a meat grinder to mimic ground beef.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2023
  • Fiber-rich foods, like fruits, veggies, 100 percent whole grains, and legumes, help promote satiety and can be an easy weight-loss tool.
    Women's Health, 24 Apr. 2023
  • Spun from 100 percent Turkish cotton, the towel is soft and absorbent.
    Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 5 June 2023
  • The 100 percent lambswool knit comes in either the blue Styles is seen wearing above, black, or white; each with the intarsia rocket design on the front.
    Victoria K. Hunt, Robb Report, 3 May 2023
  • The result is that your money is 100 percent guaranteed at those banks and credit unions.
    Sean P. Murphy, BostonGlobe.com, 3 Apr. 2023
  • The menu is simple and consists of one item: a 100 percent beef frank inside a toasted bun laden with cream cheese, caramelized and crunchy onions, and their secret Yoyo's sauce on top.
    Sean Hekmat, Chron, 18 Apr. 2023
  • For the ultimate easy breezy maxi dress, this textured white option has a tiered empire waist and is made from 100 percent cotton.
    Lauren Levy, Peoplemag, 12 May 2023
  • In the north of Burgundy, just above Dijon, Chablis is a 100 percent Chardonnay-producing region that is noted for its crisp, clean style.
    Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2023
  • And best of all, every purchase at the Heritage Festival benefits the artists, who take home 100 percent of their earnings.
    Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 12 May 2023
  • Refills also come in 100 percent aluminum tubes, a first in the fragrance industry.
    Erica Smith, ELLE, 5 Apr. 2023
  • The Newhouse sale, by contrast, was more conservatively priced and ended up 100 percent sold, with the total above the mid estimate of the sale.
    Zachary Small, New York Times, 22 May 2023
  • Woven with 100 percent Turkish cotton, the extra-long strands mean that moisture will dry quicker.
    Laura Denby, Peoplemag, 28 Mar. 2023
  • Inside, Bentley made 100 percent wool floor mats standard for Azure models.
    Jack Fitzgerald, Car and Driver, 28 Apr. 2023
  • Each towel is made from 100 percent soft Turkish cotton that's absorbent and quick-drying, helping to soak up excess water.
    Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 1 May 2023
  • Beatrix Kiddo is a complex character, and you aren’t necessarily supposed to be 100 percent in her corner by the end of Kill Bill Vol.
    Vulture, 31 Mar. 2023
  • Prosecutors said donors would then falsely claim on tax forms that 100 percent of their donations went to Chabad, with Goldstein providing the false donors with fake receipts.
    City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2023
  • This constant flow of air fueling the fire creates a hot fire that burns close to 100 percent of the wood—similar to the modern smokeless fire pits that pull air from the bottom or size to fuel your fire and leave a minimum mess.
    Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 22 Apr. 2023
  • On top of that, the 100 percent mineral sunscreen is formulated with nourishing and calming ingredients to improve the appearance of your skin in the moment, and enhance its health over time.
    Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2023
  • While this sophisticated double-breasted jacket doesn’t have a hood, it’s made of a 100 percent waterproof polyester fabric and features a windproof collar.
    Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2023
  • In a rarity for eye patches, many of which are made of silicone or biocellulose, the film coating is 100 percent compostable and the packaging itself is also recyclable.
    Erica Smith, ELLE, 5 Apr. 2023
  • This stunning scarf is made with 100 percent silk and decorated with an array of elaborate patterns that will easily elevate even the most basic outfits in your suitcase.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2023
  • Researchers at Boston University concluded that over the course of an American’s lifetime, the likelihood of knowing someone killed or injured by gunfire is nearly 100 percent.
    Joanna Slater, Washington Post, 13 May 2023
  • Finally, the Beach House Linen is made from 100 percent European flax, ensuring fantastic breathability.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 15 May 2023

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