How to Use airflow in a Sentence

airflow

noun
  • Then leave the iPhone in a dry area with airflow, Apple says.
    Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2024
  • Cover with a lid that has one or two holes punched for a bit of airflow.
    Steve Bender, Southern Living, 23 Jan. 2023
  • And no need to worry about rot and fungus since the base has slots to allow airflow through the soil.
    Jennifer Carmichael, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Feb. 2023
  • They are used to shift logs around to increase airflow and keep the flames going strong.
    Nor'adila Hepburn, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Oct. 2023
  • Then, hang the cut stems upside down in a dry area with good airflow until the fruits, leaves, and stems are dry.
    Marissa Wu, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2023
  • Inside, of course, the airflow comes from fans or HVAC systems.
    Rachel Kurzius, Washington Post, 22 Nov. 2022
  • Even with this smaller space, the food still didn’t touch and there was ample airflow.
    Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2023
  • The Relaxed But Not Leased maxi dress has a thigh-high side slit to let plenty of airflow in for those warmer fall days.
    Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2023
  • That speeds the airflow up, squeezes it south and points it directly at Belmont Shore.
    Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2024
  • Even though there’s a tight weave on these sheets, there was enough airflow so that the tester felt warm and cozy, but not overheated.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito, Peoplemag, 14 July 2023
  • Mesh sides are better for airflow, but both options will help keep out bugs and rain.
    Lee Alisha Williams, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2023
  • The soft and stretchy mesh upper allows for plenty of airflow, so your feet will feel (and smell) fresh all night long.
    Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2023
  • This will minimize airflow, which can cause ice to melt faster.
    Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 2 June 2023
  • This shoe has a breathable mesh upper to increase airflow if your feet tend to sweat on long runs.
    Susan Brickell, Health, 15 June 2023
  • Use a detangling comb and dry bangs flat using low heat and airflow.
    Katie Berohn, Good Housekeeping, 30 Dec. 2022
  • To direct airflow, the fan's head tilts up and down, and this model features three fan speeds and an on/off timer controlled by a knob at the base.
    Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 20 July 2023
  • Elevated designs can boost airflow on all sides of the bed and help keep your pet cool.
    Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 14 Mar. 2023
  • Better airflow means the air dries the brush quickly and prevents any risk of nasty drip water pooling in the caddy.
    Maya Polton, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2022
  • This fun styling tool is loved by users for its airflow dial and turbo ionic switch for sleek styling.
    Yerin Kim, Seventeen, 8 Dec. 2022
  • The design at the rear is all about controlling airflow and preventing the attachment of a wake that can drag on the car.
    Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 5 May 2023
  • The synthetic blend wicks moisture to keep your feet dry and the ankle height allows more airflow on your legs.
    Danny Perez, Popular Mechanics, 24 July 2023
  • During our tests, we were impressed by the Vornado's range, with a claimed airflow of 70 feet.
    Lynn Redmile, Good Housekeeping, 27 Mar. 2023
  • The result is a product that is able to promote airflow through the spike option while the thicker option that will stay open for weeks.
    Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2024
  • There’s a large front splitter, and a distinctive roof design hustles the airflow to a pop-up rear wing.
    WIRED, 29 Mar. 2023
  • When unzipped, the pillow has greater airflow, which can help clear out stuffy air and keep you from overheating at night.
    Samantha Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2024
  • Check the tree’s nursery tag to find the final height and width of trees before planting, and be sure to leave plenty of space around the canopy for ample airflow.
    Derek Carwood, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2023
  • Putting the solid face back on simply made the roar of its airflow more obvious by mildly muting the noise of the fan motors.
    PCMAG, 4 Sep. 2023
  • The percale weave allows great airflow for a breathable and crisp feel with a matte finish.
    Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 19 Apr. 2023
  • Even from about 40 feet away, the wool tufts clearly reveal how the pony car's design cuts through and rearranges airflow at pace.
    Michael Teo Van Runkle, Ars Technica, 26 Oct. 2023
  • Lint buildup restricts airflow, meaning your clothes come out warm but still damp because there’s nowhere for the air to go, Webert says.
    Maya Pottiger, Washington Post, 19 Oct. 2023

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