How to Use polypropylene in a Sentence

polypropylene

noun
  • The rug is made from 100% polypropylene and it is made in Turkey.
    Tim Kohut, BGR, 25 May 2021
  • Short-weaves made from polypropylene or sisal are durable and easy to clean.
    Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2021
  • The bag is crafted out of thick polypropylene and feels very durable.
    Lindsay Tigar, Peoplemag, 15 Aug. 2023
  • This measures four feet around and is made of 100% polypropylene.
    Chris Hachey, BGR, 29 Apr. 2021
  • Tangled around its tail was a polypropylene rope used to pull up crab traps.
    Ed Komenda, Anchorage Daily News, 5 Aug. 2023
  • Made from acid-free and archival-safe polypropylene, these won’t lift copy off of papers.
    Chris Hachey, BGR, 29 Apr. 2021
  • This rug is made from woven polypropylene cords and has a dense texture with a low pile.
    Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2023
  • The handle is durable (and lightweight—the whole thing weighs 11 ounces) polypropylene and the replaceable mesh is PVC.
    Ryan Wichelns, Outside Online, 8 Sep. 2022
  • For stronger boards, choose one that contains polypropylene.
    Susannah Felts, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2022
  • All Purpose Boot Tray is easy to care for thanks to its durable polypropylene design.
    Camryn Rabideau, USA TODAY, 24 Feb. 2021
  • Barbara Stein: There was no Gore Tex back then and no nylon and polypropylene.
    Katie Hafner, Scientific American, 4 Jan. 2024
  • The next life of polypropylene can be clothing fibers, food containers, and speed humps.
    Quartz Staff, Quartz, 16 May 2023
  • The polypropylene woofer makes for a durable speaker with a large dome tweeter to deliver a crisp and rich sound.
    Kevin Luna, chicagotribune.com, 22 Feb. 2021
  • Garcia then reached under his desk and took out a box of porous polypropylene suits.
    Sofia Quaglia, Wired, 12 Sep. 2020
  • To make macramé hangers, cut six strands of polypropylene rope to 6-8 feet, depending on the size of the planter and desired hanging height.
    Katie Leporte, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 May 2021
  • Also made of polypropylene, the rug is designed to hold up in high-traffic areas.
    Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE.com, 23 Apr. 2022
  • And when looking for surgical masks, make sure they are made of polypropylene.
    Kellie Hwang, San Francisco Chronicle, 28 Jan. 2021
  • For the most part, Parker drew the series on Yupo, an erasable, nonporous paper made from polypropylene.
    Sarah Bonnette | Contributing Writer, NOLA.com, 5 Oct. 2020
  • It is reinforced with a polypropylene core and made from durable cotton.
    Chris Hachey, BGR, 16 June 2021
  • The outside of the case is made from durable and waterproof PU material and the card sleeves are made from clear polypropylene.
    Chris Hachey, BGR, 10 Mar. 2021
  • The cover is made from high-strength polypropylene and resists both aging and scratching.
    Martha Sorren, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2023
  • And, the magnetic polypropylene pin will make sure your weights stay secure and intact.
    Kelsey Mulvey, Men's Health, 2 Aug. 2022
  • The 100% polypropylene flat-weave material is easy to clean with a garden hose.
    Lily Gray, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2022
  • The rug itself is constructed of polypropylene, a plastic blend that’s durable enough to stand up to the elements.
    Lily Sperry, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2022
  • Most are made from polyester, polypropylene, cotton, wood pulp, or rayon fibers—many of which are not biodegradable.
    Claire Volkman, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2022
  • It’s made with three layers — the outer layer is polyester, the middle is a mix of polyester and spandex and the inner is half polyester, half polypropylene.
    Ambar Pardilla, NBC News, 16 Mar. 2021
  • Like the other rug on this list, it’s also crafted from a robust blend of polypropylene and polyester and can be cleaned with just a garden hose.
    Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2024
  • This mask had two layers of polypropylene, a soft easy-to-clean synthetic fabric.
    USA Today, 16 Aug. 2020
  • The sheets are cotton and the comforter is made of polypropylene and filled with polyester, which is hypoallergenic and machine washable.
    Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2023
  • The 128-ounce bags are made from durable polypropylene and are ideal for holding leaves, grass clippings, or other debris from around your yard.
    Camryn Rabideau, USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2021

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