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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Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2025
The 20-ounce capacity fits a generous portion, and the leakproof lid prevents mid-flight disasters.
—Joe Jackson, Outside, 17 Nov. 2025
The can opener with integrated 3-mm slotted screwdriver is there to pry the lid, if your coffee happens to be stored in a can.
—New Atlas, 16 Nov. 2025
Cover pan with lid, and simmer over medium-low heat for 45 minutes, or until vegetables are fork-tender and meat is cooked through.
—Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 16 Nov. 2025
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Noun
Verel Glass Food Storage Containers with Bamboo Lids Stashing leftovers doesn’t have to be hard thanks to this four-pack of glass storage containers with bamboo lids.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2025
The 20-ounce capacity fits a generous portion, and the leakproof lid prevents mid-flight disasters.
—Joe Jackson, Outside, 17 Nov. 2025
The can opener with integrated 3-mm slotted screwdriver is there to pry the lid, if your coffee happens to be stored in a can.
—New Atlas, 16 Nov. 2025
Cover pan with lid, and simmer over medium-low heat for 45 minutes, or until vegetables are fork-tender and meat is cooked through.
—Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 16 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for lid
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“Lid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lid. Accessed 22 Nov. 2025.
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