plural lids
Examples of lid in a Sentence
Noun
I had to get a screwdriver to pry the lid off of the paint can.
as he left the field, the pitcher tipped his lid to the cheering crowd
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Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2025
Each reusable cup comes with its own lid and can hold both hot and cold drinks.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
The top lid even pivots up and down just like many outdoor barbecue grills.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Oct. 2025
After 14 minutes, add the broccoli to the top of the rice, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and then cover again with a lid.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 22 Oct. 2025
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Noun
According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, larvae and pupae can be found in out-of-the-way places like door hinges, backs of door knobs, and corners of wire baskets, underneath shelves, and around the edges of jar lids, cans, and non-food items also stored in your pantry or cupboard.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2025
Each reusable cup comes with its own lid and can hold both hot and cold drinks.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
The top lid even pivots up and down just like many outdoor barbecue grills.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Oct. 2025
After 14 minutes, add the broccoli to the top of the rice, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and then cover again with a lid.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 22 Oct. 2025
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“Lid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lid. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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