How to Use fiber in a Sentence

fiber

noun
  • The paper is made from both cotton and wood fiber.
  • Nylon is a very strong man-made fiber.
  • The fabric is made from a mix of synthetic fibers.
  • The police examined hair and bits of fiber found in the victim's car.
  • The natural fibers allow the fabric to breathe.
  • What foods do you recommend as good sources of fiber?
  • It's important to get enough fiber in your diet.
  • Lentils are chock-full of fiber with over 15 grams per cup.
    Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, 10 Feb. 2022
  • Of all the fruits, raspberries pack quite a bit of fiber.
    Stephanie Karpinske, Parents, 17 Aug. 2023
  • The fiber is part of the brand’s eco-denim line, A Better Blue.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 June 2025
  • In the next phase, new fiber formats may be on the horizon.
    Emily Burns, WWD, 21 Oct. 2024
  • The Peruvian fiber adds a bit of loft and lightness to the sweater.
    Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
  • This mat is made with linen and filled with coconut fiber.
    Nora Colomer, Fox News, 9 May 2024
  • Jute, a natural fiber, is then laid on top, to keep the mulch in place.
    New York Times, 5 May 2022
  • Elephant dung gives new meaning to the phrase fiber in the diet.
    David E. Petzal, Field & Stream, 31 Jan. 2024
  • The fiber arts exhibit runs from now through Feb. 26 and is free and open to the public.
    courant.com, 11 Feb. 2022
  • To work, though, oxalic acid and bleach need to contact the wood fibers.
    Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 7 Apr. 2023
  • The strong core fibers in BioFiber bridge the cracks and stop them from growing wider during the healing process.
    Yaghoob Farnam, The Conversation, 22 Mar. 2024
  • Serve it with brown rice for an extra dose of protein and fiber.
    Anna Luisa Rodriguez, Washington Post, 7 Dec. 2022
  • Once the cornstarch has dried, vacuum it up and watch the stain lift from the fabric fibers.
    Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 3 Aug. 2023
  • Eat foods that are high in fiber, like fruits and vegetables.
    Corey Whelan, Verywell Health, 18 Sep. 2024
  • After all, the fiber is breathable, easy to care for, and can be buttery soft.
    Vogue, 29 Jan. 2022
  • This recipe—one of my own—uses canned lentils for a fiber-rich protein source.
    Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, 10 Feb. 2022
  • For each kg of fiber produced, one kg of plastic is removed from the ocean.
    Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 25 June 2022
  • The best foods for heart health are rich in nutrients, low in unhealthy fats, and high in fiber.
    Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Add a teaspoon of shampoo to the water to relax the fabric fibers.
    Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 2 Sep. 2023
  • The classic body, now made of carbon-fiber pieces, is nothing short of sleek.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 June 2022
  • The rule of thumb for eating more fiber is to go slow, make one change at a time and drink plenty of fluids.
    Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The fiber cover is made from Coolmax, which is supposed to keep the pillow cool all night.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito, Peoplemag, 4 Jan. 2024
  • There’s too much salt, sugar and bad fat; not enough fiber; and too many additives.
    Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2025

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