How to Use pattern (something) on in a Sentence
pattern (something) on
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Some adjustable dumbbells have knurling—a textured metal pattern on the handle that helps improve grip.
— Zoe Weiner, SELF, 16 Sep. 2024 -
Use the cutter to press the seashell pattern on top of the dough balls.
— Isabel Coss, Washington Post, 1 Dec. 2022 -
Keep In Mind The pattern on these tiles will not align.
— Sarah Halverson, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2024 -
In the summer of 1953, the ship traced a puzzling pattern on the ocean floor.
— Lisa Wells, Harper’s Magazine , 13 Mar. 2023 -
Or go bold and choose a patch with a pattern on the surface.
— Rachel Murphy, Verywell Health, 30 May 2023 -
Ben-Hayun used details in the video like the headboard of a bed and the pattern on a plate.
— Victoria Feng, NBC News, 16 June 2024 -
The jet stream has been in a blocking pattern on and off since June.
— Dave Epstein, BostonGlobe.com, 12 July 2023 -
The strap pattern on the back might be visible through some tops.
— Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 20 Mar. 2024 -
The forecast will follow the same pattern on Thursday, except the low will be in the high 60s.
— Tony Roberts, Baltimore Sun, 12 Aug. 2024 -
Wiggins went all in on a largemouth pattern on Day 2 to catch 12-6 to get to the final day.
— Frank Sargeant, al, 13 Oct. 2021 -
Quite simply, putting the core of your shotgun pattern on a tom’s neck and head will drop him in his tracks.
— Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 21 Apr. 2023 -
The pillows are reversible as well and feature the same pattern on both sides.
— Barbara Bellesi Zito, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2023 -
Even its crown and pushers are rugged, thanks to a special grip pattern on each.
— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Jan. 2023 -
To facilitate the trimming process, look for a roll with a grid pattern on the back.
— Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 13 Nov. 2022 -
The leaflets are arranged in an alternate pattern on the stem, one side, then the other.
— Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2024 -
The growth pattern on each turtle’s shell depends on its species.
— Celia Ford, WIRED, 30 Aug. 2023 -
Iron railings along the central staircase in the new building echo the pattern on rails in the Capitol.
— Gregory S. Schneider, Washington Post, 10 Oct. 2023 -
The buds have a leopard pattern on the volume control, and the Beats logo is orange.
— José Adorno, BGR, 1 Dec. 2022 -
The leaves also have a distinct pattern on them that Robert says look like the mark of angel kisses.
— Anna Braz, Los Angeles Times, 13 Sep. 2023 -
The pattern on the table mimics that of marble but only weighs about 13 pounds.
— Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019 -
These pests cause leaves to curl and distort in shape or produce a stippling pattern on plant leaves.
— Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2024 -
The knit pattern on the sleeveless dress was distressed on her torso, which added a chic sheer look to the ensemble.
— Kaitlyn Huamani, Peoplemag, 23 June 2023 -
Dancehall drum pattern This is a drum pattern on loop, using a kick and snare track.
— Leslie Shapiro, Washington Post, 1 Feb. 2024 -
One of the wasp’s favorite hosts was the greasewood silkmoth, a rare moth with a yellow owl-eye pattern on its soft gray wings.
— Nala Rogers, Popular Mechanics, 9 Aug. 2023 -
Choose a style that ties in with other elements in the room, such as the pattern on the curtains or the finish on your nightstand.
— Julianne Hilmes Bartlett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023 -
The pattern on the floral shirt is provided in the attached photo.
— Antonio Planas, NBC News, 24 July 2023 -
Lightly sketch a vine pattern on a pumpkin with a pencil.
— Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 21 June 2023 -
And the striped pattern on this pillow will add visual interest to your space.
— Jennifer Carmichael, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2023 -
The blanket had a green, brown and russet plaid pattern on one side, while a navy and cream pattern covered the reverse side.
— Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Nov. 2023 -
Dark grout is used to create a visible backsplash pattern with the penny tile, which is juxtaposed with a more graphic and large-scale tile pattern on the floor.
— Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2024
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