How to Use oral in a Sentence

oral

adjective
  • She practices good oral hygiene by brushing her teeth at least twice a day.
  • As part of her oral examination, she had to recite the names of all the presidents.
  • That case has yet to reach the court for oral arguments.
    Henry Gass, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 July 2023
  • The Supreme Court has scheduled oral arguments on the case for March 26.
    Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2024
  • The case out of Colorado is set for oral arguments on Feb. 8.
    Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 5 Jan. 2024
  • The court is scheduled to hear oral arguments on April 25.
    Sarah D. Wire, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2024
  • Here’s what’s at stake in the case and some key moments from oral arguments.
    Annie Gowen, Washington Post, 11 Apr. 2024
  • Because of the risk of side effects, oral steroids should not be taken long term.
    Heather L. Brannon, Md, Verywell Health, 27 Jan. 2024
  • The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments April 25.
    Michael R. Sisak, The Christian Science Monitor, 16 Mar. 2024
  • The case is currently in front of the Utah Supreme Court, which will hear oral arguments Aug. 8.
    Emily Anderson Stern, The Salt Lake Tribune, 28 July 2023
  • The plaintiffs have appealed and a date for oral arguments on the appeal has yet to be set.
    James Powel, USA TODAY, 15 Aug. 2023
  • That likely sets up oral arguments in the case in the fall and a decision next year.
    John Fritze, USA TODAY, 5 June 2023
  • Any good dentist would tell you that oral health starts with brushing teeth.
    Popular Science, 14 Mar. 2024
  • Scalia died between oral arguments in the case and the decision.
    Robert Barnes, Washington Post, 27 June 2023
  • The court has already scheduled one of the cases for oral argument.
    Matt Ford, The New Republic, 20 July 2023
  • The appeals court set oral arguments in the case for late January.
    Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 5 Jan. 2024
  • The 28-year-old smiled on his way into court for a series of oral arguments on motions filed by both sides in the case.
    Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 19 Aug. 2023
  • The changes in both bacteria over time ultimately present a clearer vision of oral health from the past to the present.
    Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 27 Mar. 2024
  • These additives can support oral hygiene, even if the dog has few teeth.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 22 July 2023
  • Additionally, the Court agreed to hear oral arguments in the case on April 24th.
    Madeline Nguyen, The Arizona Republic, 29 Mar. 2024
  • Indeed, there were signs in the oral argument that this may be exactly where the Court is headed.
    Dan McLaughlin, National Review, 23 Jan. 2024
  • The justices agreed to hear the case in December and have set a hearing for oral arguments later this month.
    Daniel Gilbert The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 2 Mar. 2024
  • Americans will get a clearer perspective on their views in the case when the court hears oral arguments in the fall term.
    Matt Ford, The New Republic, 26 June 2023
  • Dental Sticks are the perfect choice for pet owners who want to keep their furry friends' oral hygiene in check.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 4 July 2023
  • Forget oral sleep aids and opt for a relaxing sleep mist instead.
    Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2023
  • The court is expected to hear oral arguments on the issue today.
    Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 18 Aug. 2023
  • But herring and the rule that gave way to the disputes were seldom mentioned during oral arguments.
    Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 17 Jan. 2024
  • Type 1 of the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) causes cold sores, also called oral herpes.
    Health Editorial Team, Health, 30 Oct. 2023
  • Research shows children with poor oral health are three times more likely to miss school because of dental pain.
    Devi Shastri, Journal Sentinel, 14 June 2023
  • Regular visits to a dentist are part of having good oral health and will aid your overall health.
    Claire Gillespie, Health, 1 June 2023

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