How to Use clip-on in a Sentence

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• On the base model, the clip-on fan will blow air over the back and front glass of the phone.
  — Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica, 13 Apr. 2023
• Put a clip-on earring on the bottom of your veil to prevent this — and add a touch of sparkle at the same time.
  — Paige Stables, Allure, 30 Mar. 2023
• Once her mom is gone, Lily sits up in bed with her novel and her clip-on book light.
  — Allegra Goodman, The New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2024
• The three-in-one clip-on flashlight can switch between a floodlight, a spotlight, and a UV light.
  — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
• These earplugs come with a clip-on carry case to attach to your carry-on bag, purse, or keys.
  — Karthika Gupta, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2024
• The toy has a clip-on ring to adhere to a stroller or car seat, and the additional textured ring makes for a fun teether.
  — Emily Hochberg, Parents, 3 Oct. 2024
• Some bags feature a slide-in tube made for the umbrella shaft, while others have a clip-on feature.
  — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
• Unlike some bulky clip-on fans, this one has a sleek design that won’t be an eyesore in your bedroom.
  — Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Feb. 2024
• For this planter, simply use the clip-on watering attachment to fill the reservoir from the bottom.
  — Janae McKenzie, House Beautiful, 5 Sep. 2023
• Each taper has a clip-on base to put these candles on your Christmas tree or a garland over your doorway.
  — Emma Phelps, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
• This set of 8 colorful clip-on dip holders can attach to any plate, perfect for sauces, spices, or snacks.
  — Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Jan. 2024
• Our testers’ favorite clip-on portable speaker, the JBL Clip 4 doesn’t skimp on sound, despite its small size.
  — Miles Walls, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2024
• The interior key chain can be used to hold the key to your room or locker, and the clip-on wristlet strap can be attached to your day bag or carry-on.
  — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2025
• The original clocks have been remounted behind the screen, and the cockpit has clip-on bars, Pro Grip grips, and Magura controls.
  — New Atlas, 20 Nov. 2024
• The rest of the outfit has a smart clip-on system to attach or detach several of its pieces in a modular fashion.
  — WIRED, 2 Nov. 2023
• While a clip-on stroller fan might be a great option for a new parent, a handheld fan is a smart choice for a summer festival goer.
  — Jeaneen Russell, People.com, 6 June 2025
• Ventilation is via sliding vents in the clip-on windows.
  — Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
• Gels and tablets come in packages of various sizes, while clip-on toilet bowl cleaners are often available in packs of two.
  — Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2025
• When combined with clip-on bars, this results in a far more aggressive riding stance than usual.
  — New Atlas, 2 July 2025
• Instead, my rechargeable clip-on reading light solves this issue.
  — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2025
• Then there’s Humane’s AI pin, a clip-on gizmo that launched in April and was immediately panned in reviews.
  — Steve Kovach, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2024
• The clip-on, easy-to-hold battery is the easiest kind to charge, stash, and transport, and there’s not much of a trade-off from the main bike experience other than front cargo space.
  — Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 7 June 2024
• Modern versions come in both, but consider the theatrical flair of pulling off a clip-on button earring to answer the phone.
  — Leena Kim, Town & Country, 17 Aug. 2023
• This one from Petite is loose fitting for extra comfort and even has clip-on straps for easy breastfeeding access.
  — Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 24 June 2024
• Kindle users will also appreciate a Kindle pillow that has a clip-on stand that holds the Kindle.
  — Christopher Murray, Fox News, 10 Dec. 2024
• This outfit is all about the accessories, from her Saint Laurent clip-on statement earrings to her vibrant yellow leather box clutch.
  — Sam Reed, Glamour, 25 June 2025
• Remove the curtains from the windows and remove all hardware, such as clip-on curtain rings or hooks.
  — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 11 Mar. 2026
• Smelly foods, public bathrooms, and hotel gyms are no match for these clip-on aromatherapy loops.
  — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
• Next, look for ways to dress up those bare bulbs that were so popular in the past decade by installing clip-on shades.
  — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Feb. 2026
• This clip-on gloss was also super nourishing—like instantly soaked into my parched pout in a way that my actual lip balm does not.
  — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 11 Feb. 2026