How to Use seal in a Sentence
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It can be stored in the fridge, but the seal is not airtight.
— Molly Allen, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2024 -
The biggest problem with both was a small drip from the spout due to a bad seal.
— Jaina Grey, WIRED, 30 June 2023 -
Most encounters occur at the edge of the ice, where the seals like to stay in search of prey.
— Katie Liu, Discover Magazine, 28 Feb. 2024 -
Use the right size flange: The flange (the part of the pump that goes on your breast) is crucial to getting a good fit and seal.
— Simone Scully, Parents, 16 Apr. 2024 -
The spheres are the right size for little hands to grasp, and their tight seal prevents mold and mildew growth.
— Maya Polton, Parents, 17 Jan. 2024 -
The seals took a few of these per day, but not many by human standards.
— Joshua Rapp Learn, Discover Magazine, 28 Aug. 2023 -
Add the eggs to the bag, seal, and thoroughly coat the chicken with the egg by massaging the bag.
— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2023 -
Make sure the mask fits over your nose, under your chin and seals tightly to your face.
— Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 7 June 2023 -
Like the seals, the MMPA protects the great whites, in part helping to boost their numbers, as well.
— Kevin Paul Dupont, BostonGlobe.com, 21 July 2023 -
Line up the top seams, then fold them over at least three times to create the waterproof seal.
— Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2023 -
Above the grand staircase was a massive metal seal of the United States.
— Carl Sferrazza Anthony, Town & Country, 2 May 2023 -
This is the type of recognition that puts a seal of approval on our bar and forces us to defend that seal.
— Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 2 May 2024 -
Pinch the 3 longest strips (from the center) together at 1 end to seal; braid.
— Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 3 May 2024 -
The soft seal keeps even the smallest particles out of your eyes and the vents increase airflow.
— Anabelle Weissinger, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2023 -
The gray seal was sent to the center, where the plastic was removed, officials said.
— Paloma Chavez, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2024 -
The twisting lid with a small handle on the top creates a locking, airtight seal.
— Molly Allen, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2024 -
Chip and seal paving generally lasts three to five years.
— Tom Sissom, Arkansas Online, 30 June 2023 -
Press into bottom and 2 inches up sides of pan using the back of a cup measure to get clean edges and a tight seal.
— Liv Dansky, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2023 -
Question 9 of 10 A gray seal’s Latin name is Halichoerus grypus.
— Lee Powell, Washington Post, 17 Nov. 2023 -
The indictment was filed under seal and charges are not yet public.
— Alli Rosenbloom, CNN, 2 Apr. 2023 -
Portions of the beach area have been roped off and closed by the Hawai'i Marine Animal Response as the area will be a seal nursery.
— Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2023 -
Then Diana Pagan makes a beeline for Paro, the little white seal.
— Kat McGowan, WIRED, 4 Jan. 2024 -
The hot water then creates an airtight seal inside the jar (air is forced out but can’t re-enter as the jar cools).
— Jonathan Bender, Popular Mechanics, 4 Aug. 2023 -
Make sure your rain barrel seals to keep out mosquitoes.
— Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Oct. 2023 -
Some, like Mosasaurus itself, were fearsome apex predators that ambushed their prey much the way large sharks hunt seals.
— Riley Black, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 May 2024 -
The adhesive on one of the box’s seals had come unglued, allowing for more airflow for Galena.
— Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2024 -
In other regions, like the Antarctic, orcas may hunt seals, penguins, and even whales.
— Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 19 Apr. 2024 -
These are the beauty sales that have our stamp (and also in many cases, literal seal) of approval.
— Melanie Curry, Glamour, 11 Oct. 2023 -
Pour in bottle of Italian dressing and can of Busch beer; seal bag and place in the refrigerator overnight or up to 10 hours.
— Kimberly Winter Stern, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2024 -
Break the seal by rocking the upper chamber back and forth to remove it, and the lower chamber turns into a coffee pot.
— Carina Finn, Bon Appétit, 27 Oct. 2023
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Fold the dough over the filling, and press down to fully seal the edges.
— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2023 -
The Aztecs went 7 of 8 from the line over the final two minutes to seal it.
— Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2023 -
Men in white hazmat suits pour lime over the brown soil to seal the graves.
— Sarah Sirgany, CNN, 18 Sep. 2023 -
The hope is that the latest movement on AI will be enough to seal the deal.
— Gene Maddaus, Variety, 7 Nov. 2023 -
Pinch ends of dough to seal, and tuck ends under dough.
— Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2023 -
The rollers are able to stay hot for about 15 minutes—enough time to seal your curls.
— Jenna Clark, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2023 -
The techs transfer the body into an empty pod and seal the lid.
— Joe Pappalardo, Popular Mechanics, 8 May 2023 -
Martinez went 4-for-4 from the free throw line in the final seconds to seal the win.
— Ron Counts, Idaho Statesman, 28 Jan. 2024 -
For the best deals, grab the classic black and seal brown pairs, which are starting at $20.
— Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 28 Aug. 2023 -
Chiaka Ogbogu sealed the deal with the last of her four blocks.
— Greg Riddle, Dallas News, 10 May 2023 -
The terms of the settlement have not been released publicly and were sealed by a judge in April.
— Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 2 June 2023 -
Remove the frozen shrimp from their packaging, and seal them in a zip-top bag.
— Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2024 -
Tesla has sought to seal from public view the terms of the settlement.
— Rob Wile, NBC News, 26 Apr. 2024 -
The drag is sealed, and the aluminum spool is braid-ready; Pflueger lists the capacity as 180 yards of 4-pound test braid.
— Morgan Lyle, Field & Stream, 4 May 2023 -
Many of the vessels were sealed, with stoppers still intact.
— Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 Oct. 2023 -
The best items are usually packaged, dry, sealed, and not too heavy.
— Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2023 -
The debt limit deal has been signed, sealed and delivered.
— Elizabeth Both, NBC News, 5 June 2023 -
Miami recovered the fumble to seal the win in the wild-card round.
— Steve Svekis, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2024 -
The pot is then covered and sealed with dough or a wet cloth that stops the steam from escaping while the biryani cooks over a low flame.
— Terry Ward, CNN, 4 May 2023 -
The Clarks suspect Galena jumped into the box when Matt walked away to get a pair of scissors and tape to seal it.
— Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2024 -
Her denial of the one-year order in the fourth case – which is sealed from the public – is being challenged by the state.
— Rob Kuznia, CNN, 10 July 2023 -
Finally, just fold over one side of the dough circle to encase the filling, then use a fork to crimp and seal the edges.
— Jessica B. Harris, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2023 -
Once the male and female are together, the male will continue calling and strut and dance on the ground to seal the deal.
— Matthew Every, Field & Stream, 18 Oct. 2023 -
Adhere the paper to the doorknob, and seal with two coats of decoupage medium.
— Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2023 -
His three-run homer in the seventh inning helped seal the victory.
— Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2024 -
The Illini cut it to 3 points with 12 seconds left, but Braden Smith's two free throws sealed the victory.
— Evan Frank, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Jan. 2024 -
Little information is known about the lawsuit, as the records are sealed by the court.
— William Earl, Variety, 23 Nov. 2023 -
Fold opposite corners of each pastry square to make a pouch and press to seal.
— Andrea Weigl, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024 -
Sarah Michelle Gellar and Selma Blair’s friendship is sealed with a kiss.
— Jack Smart, Peoplemag, 5 Mar. 2024 -
And, throughout the trail, Google repeatedly fought to seal documents and shutter proceedings in public court.
— Dara Kerr, NPR, 2 May 2024
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