How to Use wick in a Sentence

wick

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  • My guests stayed past ten, when the wicks drowned, and then drove off in the dark.
    Nathan Heller, The New Yorker, 30 Oct. 2019
  • This will melt the wax from the bottom, rather than lighting the wick from the top.
    Chris Hachey, BGR, 20 Apr. 2021
  • Sit lighter-weight pots in a basin of water and let the water wick to the top.
    Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2023
  • Once the wax is removed, simply pop in the refill ($123) and light the wick.
    Pia Velasco, ELLE, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Hold it in place until the wax hardens and the wick stands up on its own.
    Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2021
  • The fragrances are non-toxic, and each wick is lead- and zinc-free.
    Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 22 June 2020
  • High-rollers can get the two-wick, red-wax cheese wheels with a wedge missing.
    Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 20 Nov. 2019
  • Once softened, use the wick dipper to scrape the wax off the sides and into the center of the candle.
    Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 31 Aug. 2023
  • The candle is made of soy and vegetable wax and has a lead- and metal-free wick.
    Jamie Kim, Good Housekeeping, 13 Sep. 2022
  • To use it, simply press the power button in and hold the retractable head near the wick.
    Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 21 Nov. 2023
  • Once the wick has burned for a while and is long, twist another candle through the flame.
    Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 13 Jan. 2021
  • Just microwave the bag, insert the wick into the vessel, pour and wait for the wax to harden.
    Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2021
  • It’s made in the USA of natural soy wax with a cotton wick.
    Christina Vercelletto, CNN Underscored, 20 Nov. 2020
  • Both are breathable, have a nice drape, and wick moisture well.
    Maria V. Charbonneaux, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2022
  • It's made from paraffin wax and has a fiber candle wick.
    Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 10 Jan. 2023
  • Place the candle on a drying rack or clip it to a hanger by its wick.
    Jennifer Forker, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Dec. 2023
  • Those in the first group view life span as a candle wick that can burn for only so long.
    New York Times, 28 Apr. 2021
  • The candles in question are scented, green, and have three wicks.
    Kelly Corbett, House Beautiful, 24 Dec. 2019
  • Her 26-ounce soy wax candle boasts three wicks compared to the one wick found in the 7-ounce version.
    NBC News, 9 Mar. 2021
  • The soy wax candle has a clean-burning cotton wick with 20 to 30 hours of burn time.
    Staff Author, Southern Living, 27 Aug. 2023
  • Just squeeze the raw fat into a whitish ball, insert some plant fiber twine to act as a wick, and light it up.
    Tim MacWelch, Outdoor Life, 20 Jan. 2021
  • Each student held a candle and passed around the flame until all wicks were lit.
    Cincinnati.com, 21 May 2020
  • The offer is for three-wick candles only, and its valid in-store and online.
    Dalvin Brown, USA TODAY, 13 Sep. 2020
  • The ergonomic cork grip wicks sweat for in-hand comfort.
    Paige Triola, Popular Mechanics, 16 Mar. 2020
  • Then, simply trim your wick to about one centimeter above the top of the cup, and enjoy.
    Paula Sutton, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2023
  • The fabric feels comfortable—smooth and roomy—and wicks away moisture when the days get too hot.
    Maverick Li, menshealth.com, 17 May 2023
  • This one-size-fits-most cap protects from UV rays and wicks away moisture.
    Alicia Kortendick, cleveland, 11 Nov. 2019
  • How could shoes that appeared to be made out of fabric wick away water to the point that the wearers' socks weren’t wet?
    Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2022
  • Pick up the same Capri Blue Volcano candle in the extra-large size, which has five wicks and burns for 250 hours.
    Jake Smith, Glamour, 29 Aug. 2023
  • Pour the mixture evenly into the prepped vessel, careful to avoid spilling on the wick.
    Sara Rodrigues, House Beautiful, 10 Aug. 2020
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  • Sit lighter-weight pots in a basin of water and let the water wick to the top.
    Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2022
  • Not to mention, the sheets wick away moisture and are super cozy to boot.
    Ellen McAlpine, CNN Underscored, 8 Oct. 2020
  • Plus, the Ghost Ice cover helps wick away moisture and body heat.
    Kate Barrington, Discover Magazine, 20 Oct. 2021
  • The system then wicks off the heat from the compressed air and stores the heat in silos of sand or gravel.
    IEEE Spectrum, 12 June 2023
  • These full-length tights wick away sweat while keeping you warm and toasty.
    Gear Team, Wired, 18 Sep. 2021
  • The closest layer to your skin needs to wick away moisture to keep you warmer.
    Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 28 Jan. 2024
  • This will wick away moisture – and there will be more moisture to wring out.
    Bonnie S. Benwick, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Worn next to skin, this shirt is soft and warm thanks to the merino wool blend that helps wick away moisture.
    Field & Stream, 23 Nov. 2020
  • The leather glove will wick away moisture, keep your hand warm, and protect your wrist from wear.
    Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2023
  • It's made with 100% polyester for a lightweight, airy feel that wicks away moisture.
    Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 9 Aug. 2023
  • Lightweight recycled poly in the back breathed well to wick the sweat away.
    Stephanie Pearson, Outside Online, 30 Aug. 2022
  • One of the primary ways the best ski socks keep your feet warm is to wick moisture away from your soles.
    Outdoor Life, 24 Feb. 2021
  • The first is vapour cooling, with a large surface area next to the motherboard to wick the heat away.
    Ewan Spence, Forbes, 4 June 2021
  • The best 'fits will wick away sweat, offer spots for an extra ball, and will look great—the perfect blend of sporty and chic.
    Jake Smith, Glamour, 14 June 2023
  • Thanks to the cooling properties, the bed sheets wick away sweat overnight, leaving you dry and sweat-free.
    Amy Schulman, PEOPLE.com, 3 Apr. 2022
  • Start with polyester or silk fabric that can wick away moisture.
    Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 28 Dec. 2021
  • The cozy merino blend will keep your legs warm in the winter, while the breathable fabric will wick away sweat and odor in warmer months.
    Teddy Minford, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2022
  • Your base layer should fit snugly and be able to wick moisture from your skin.
    John Perritano, Popular Mechanics, 22 Dec. 2020
  • This boiling wicked away heat, cooling the mud until its crust froze.
    Charlie Wood, Popular Science, 21 May 2020
  • It's made with a Lycra and Polyester blend and designed to wick and evaporate sweat.
    Marc Bona, cleveland, 14 Jan. 2020
  • Made with layers of graphite and cooling gel beads that wick warmth away from the body, this pillow feels plush and breathable.
    Casey Clark, Forbes, 22 June 2021
  • Some sheet materials are designed to breathe, wick away sweat and moisture, and feel cool to the touch.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 27 June 2023
  • Select base layers for shirts and pants that wick moisture away.
    Kyle Schurman, chicagotribune.com, 26 Feb. 2021
  • Even socks that wick away moisture and sweat need washing sometimes.
    Outdoor Life, 11 Mar. 2021
  • The wool footbed helps wick away moisture to keep your feet warm and dry while the waterproof leather upper and rubber sole keep out the snow and ice.
    Grace Wu, Good Housekeeping, 14 Nov. 2022
  • Your base layer has to keep you warm while sitting still and wick moisture when moving.
    Field & Stream Commerce Team, Field & Stream, 3 Aug. 2023
  • It’s made of soft, sustainable, durable fabrics that dry quickly and wick away sweat.
    oregonlive, 27 Nov. 2020
  • Upholstery consists of lightweight linens and cottons that wick heat from the skin.
    Allison Duncan, WSJ, 16 June 2021
  • And the most genius dresses under the sun even have built-in UV protection and use fabrics that wick sweat.
    Kristine Solomon, Travel + Leisure, 20 Mar. 2023
  • Dubbed one of the brand's most famous offerings, this pair wicks away sweat, has plenty of stretch, and is buttery soft.
    Kelsey Mulvey, womenshealthmag.com, 21 Apr. 2023

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