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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Denise Chow, NBC news, 20 Mar. 2026
For best results, use a pot with a tight-fitting lid.
—Farideh Sadeghin, Saveur, 19 Mar. 2026
Its domed lid helps trap and circulate steam to help the dough rise, while the low-profile base ensures a perfectly golden crust.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Handwash the carafe, filter basket, and lid with mild dish soap and warm water.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 16 Mar. 2026
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Noun
This week’s heat dome is caused by a stubborn ridge of high pressure that has trapped hot air over the West like a lid on a pot.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 20 Mar. 2026
For best results, use a pot with a tight-fitting lid.
—Farideh Sadeghin, Saveur, 19 Mar. 2026
Its domed lid helps trap and circulate steam to help the dough rise, while the low-profile base ensures a perfectly golden crust.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Handwash the carafe, filter basket, and lid with mild dish soap and warm water.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 16 Mar. 2026
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“Lid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lid. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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