How to Use concoction in a Sentence

concoction

noun
  • Strain the concoction into a rock glass filled with fresh ice.
    Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 26 Mar. 2024
  • There are unique flavors, and concoctions of its small-batch ice cream.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 16 Aug. 2024
  • Along with the daiquiri, nothing beats the concoctions that put the city on the map.
    Janice Williams, Essence, 17 June 2024
  • There’s even a sweet sauce to cover the concoction, made from dates and raisins.
    Aaron Reiss, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2024
  • And then, natch, the judges must sample the concoction.
    Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
  • There are even included recipe cards to try out a new concoction.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
  • All of the clips were AI concoctions.
    Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Mix up some fun new concoctions and don't skimp on the garnishes.
    Lizz Schumer, Good Housekeeping, 28 Feb. 2023
  • Finally, feel free to name your new concoction if the twist is enough to stand on its own.
    Emily Price, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
  • Pair with wiener schnitzel doused in lemon juice, or a bulgur, mushroom and soy concoction.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
  • That’s a concoction that’s led to many buyers for scarce content – a boon for sports rights.
    Alex Sherman, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Now comes the garlic bread, half of this culinary concoction.
    Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2026
  • In his pull cart sits a jar of that wax concoction Pawlak created.
    Mykal McEldowney, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Sep. 2022
  • Prepare this citrus concoction ahead of time and serve in a pitcher or punch bowl.
    Ivy Odom, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2024
  • The concoction is split into two glasses, which are placed on top of each other.
    Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2023
  • Then have your child dump the dirty pennies into the concoction and mix them around for a few minutes.
    Nicole Harris, Parents, 22 May 2024
  • This tasty concoction can be used as a dip or a sandwich spread topped with sliced tomato and lettuce.
    Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Chocolate, the candy concoction that can make some swoon, is a comfort food for many.
    David P. Willis, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Gorrie treated them with concoctions mixed just as Green had taught him.
    Amy Brady, Discover Magazine, 2 Dec. 2023
  • Two parents claim this classic concoction of roast beef, French bread and au jus.
    Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2024
  • This high-end concoction is a sunscreen, primer, and hydrating serum all in one.
    Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2023
  • From classic concoctions to frozen twists, the city is brimming with spots to sip on this beloved cocktail.
    Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
  • Here, vendors set up stalls to hawk goods and sugary concoctions and friends gathered around hookah pipes.
    Raja Abdulrahim, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2024
  • You’re allowed to use your fingers, cupping the concoction in your palm.
    ABC News, 3 June 2026
  • The grits are cooked for five minutes, then mixed with a rich concoction of half-and-half, mustard, cheese, and eggs.
    Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2024
  • Simply leave the kitchen and return to the perfect frozen concoction.
    Erin Johnson, Health.com, 28 Oct. 2021
  • Whisk with a fork while adding 6 tablespoons of olive oil until the concoction is creamy.
    Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2022
  • But of course, not all concoctions can have the honor of being a permanent menu item.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 13 Aug. 2023
  • Starbucks is known for viral drink concoctions.
    Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
  • The drink menu has a dozen slushee drinks, hence the bar name, that can be mixed and matched to create various concoctions.
    Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2024

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