How to Use lemon in a Sentence

lemon

noun

• The recipe calls for the juice of two lemons.
• Our new car is a lemon.
• Garnish it with a slice of lemon.
• Juice the lemons and limes, then add the juice to the sugar mixture.
  — Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 12 July 2023
• Squeeze one lemon wedge over the shrimp and sprinkle the parsley on top.
  — Zella Palmer, Saveur, 3 Jan. 2024
• Serve it over couscous with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
  — Kristy Alpert, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2023
• Then simply stir in the crushed cumin, a squeeze of lemon, and some yogurt.
  — Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 12 Oct. 2023
• The icing was sweet but not cloying, with a touch of lemon.
  — Kimberly Cataudella Tutuska, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2024
• Add lemon juice, garnish, and serve: Stir in lemon juice.
  — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2023
• Add Extra Shine Rub the surface with a soft cloth and a few drops of lemon oil.
  — Alicia Chilton, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2023
• Ahead, check out our in-depth guide to Meyer lemon tree care.
  — Kate McGregor, House Beautiful, 7 June 2023
• Broil it, top it with flaky sea salt and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  — Paul Kita, Men's Health, 29 Aug. 2023
• Season the collards and shallot with the salt, and, if desired, a squeeze of lemon.
  — Adrienne Cheatham, CNN, 3 Mar. 2024
• Do not put any more lemon water or wasabi in his eyes, okay?
  — Clark Collis, EW.com, 15 May 2023
• Taste the dressing on a piece of kale and add extra lemon juice, if desired.
  — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2023
• Order a plate of them — lightly fried with a squirt of fresh lemon — to go and enjoy them with the sights and scent of the sea.
  — BostonGlobe.com, 28 Apr. 2023
• But one is like the silky tartness of a lemon meringue pie and the other like chicken bones stuck in your throat.
  — Jesse Green, New York Times, 22 Oct. 2023
• As a sweet touch, a trio of chocolate mousse tarts, lemon tarts, and chocolate cake pops were served.
  — Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 1 Oct. 2023
• Taste and add more salt, lemon juice and butter or olive oil as needed.
  — Hayley Maitland, Vogue, 30 Mar. 2024
• Whisk in fresh lemon juice or good vinegar one teaspoon at a time.
  — Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2023
• Stir in garlic, olive oil, basil, capers and lemon juice.
  — Rita Nader Heikenfeld, The Enquirer, 2 Mar. 2024
• The pasta and vegetables are tossed in lemon juice and olive oil, then topped with more cheese and fresh mint.
  — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024
• Mix with the olive oil, salt, pepper, reserved water and lemon juice.
  — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 June 2023
• Just before ladling the soup into bowls, stir in peas, parsley, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2023
• Strain out lemon slices and chill or pour over ice before serving.
  — America's Test Kitchen, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2023
• Its blend of grapefruit, lemon, and orange packs a zesty punch, while the jasmine base note adds a delicate, soft undertone.
  — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 22 Jan. 2026
• Fill a spray bottle with a diluted mix of lemon juice or with 3 parts water to 1 part white vinegar.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2026
• The onion and lemon zest cut through the oil, and a single circle of pork belly adds heft.
  — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2026
• It can also be used in place of other acids (like lemon juice) in your favorite marinade recipe.
  — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026
• Barrymore adds fresh lemon juice, basil and red pepper flakes, making a silly sound after adding the spice.
  — Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026