How to Use outsole in a Sentence

outsole

noun

• Cons The suede outsole makes these shoes a no-go on rainy days.
  — Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 22 June 2023
• When picking sandals, look at the outsole to get a sense of the traction.
  — Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2022
• The calf harness laces and snaps around your leg so the boot moves with you, and Lacrosse’s Air-Grip outsole sheds muck.
  — Morgan Lyle, Field & Stream, 20 Mar. 2023
• The rubber outsole is made to have great traction and be very durable.
  — Jessica Booth, Parents, 3 May 2024
• The shoes feature an all-over sandy suede, with gold and jade accents on the shank plate and outsole.
  — Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2024
• The soft Cloudfoam rubber footbed are great for days spent by the beach or pool, while the EVA outsole keeps things nice and airy.
  — Melissa Lee, USA TODAY, 25 Apr. 2020
• This is the part of a shoe that fits between the outsole (the bottom of the shoe that comes into contact with the ground) and the insole (on which the foot rests).
  — The Economist, 22 May 2018
• The Sorel boots come in a dark amber leather with a substantial lug outsole.
  — Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 9 Nov. 2023
• Deep grooves on the thick outsoles make for excellent tread on a wide range of surfaces.
  — Olivia Avitt, Peoplemag, 12 Apr. 2024
• The sponge-like holes in the outsole allow water to pass through and certainly help this process.
  — Jeremy Rellosa, Outside Online, 20 July 2019
• These shoes come with a midsole and outsole from the Nike Dunk models, which were both softer and wider.
  — Kyle Schnitzer, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2022
• The slippers have a durable rubber outsole, and some shoppers say their pairs have held up for years — and even decades.
  — Rebecca Carhart, Travel + Leisure, 29 Mar. 2021
• Officially white and flame, the orange plays on the heel counter and outsole.
  — Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2023
• This is reflected in the low profile, dual zoom units and mesh vents on the outsole.
  — Obi Anyanwu, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2022
• Over in Toronto, the camel brown sneakers with trendy white outsoles have won over shoppers, while the all black shoes are all the rage in New York.
  — Kylee McGuigan, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2023
• With a soft, contoured insole and grippy outsole, this flip-flop is made to be worn all day long.
  — Sara Coughlin, SELF, 18 June 2024
• The cushioned midsole gives the comfort of a sneaker and the Vibram outsole gives you the traction of a hiking boot.
  — Danny Perez, Popular Mechanics, 3 Oct. 2022
• The slip-ons are thick, supportive outsoles, plus a heel strap to ensure a more secure fit.
  — Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 28 June 2024
• Dodge any shoe that's got heavy outsoles and avoid materials that are thick and trap heat.
  — John Thompson, Men's Health, 23 Mar. 2023
• The sneaker’s leather footbed and gum outsoles are a nod to the deep rooted history and heritage that Puma has with the sport of football.
  — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 Sep. 2023
• If this is your goal, look for an Ugg style that includes a rubber outsole that can be worn outdoors.
  — Ana Sanchez, chicagotribune.com, 22 Jan. 2021
• They are often found attaching the outsole and the midsole.
  — Alan Ohnsman, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024
• World Cup-level skate boots have a full-carbon outsole.
  — Stephanie Pearson, Outside Online, 10 Oct. 2024
• General wear and tear in trail-running shoes corresponds to the three main parts: the upper, the midsole, and the outsole.
  — Patty Hodapp, Outside Online, 28 May 2022
• Bending the shoe in half indicates that the outsole will not give you the proper support when wearing the boots all day long.
  — Danielle Zoellner, Health, 17 Feb. 2023
• The shoes achieve this with super grippy rubber on the outsole and often a more adjustable fit with laces that extend to the toe.
  — Johanna Flashman, SELF, 27 Aug. 2020
• The cushioned insole keeps the soles of your feet supported, while the textured rubber outsole makes this style a breeze to walk in.
  — Lauren Fischer, Peoplemag, 11 May 2023
• And with a sturdy outsole, these slippers can be worn outside, too.
  — Chelsea Stone, CNN Underscored, 13 Dec. 2019
• These slides are made with EVA plastic and a textured anti-slip outsole.
  — Jamie Ballard, Allure, 2 Sep. 2024
• Designed with premium leather, the kicks are lightweight with solid rubber outsoles for durability, traction and bounce.
  — Rudie Obias, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024

Last Updated: 10 Nov 2024