How to Use wick in a Sentence

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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
• The blend of materials and a wool base helps the sock improve temperature control, eliminate odors, and wick moisture away from your skin.
  — Meg Carney, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2024
• In this basic system, a wick connects the planting container and the water reservoir, providing a steady source of nutrient-rich water to the plants' roots.
  — Michelle Ullman, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2024

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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
• But as a refresher, start with a next-to-skin base layer top and bottom that will wick sweat and resist odor buildup.
  — Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2024
• His first piece of advice is to layer: Something light that wicks away moisture next to your skin, followed by a jacket for protection from wind and light rain.
  — Maria L. La Ganga, Idaho Statesman, 31 Jan. 2024

Last Updated: 5 Sep 2024