How to Use lid in a Sentence

lid

noun
  • I had to get a screwdriver to pry the lid off of the paint can.
  • Drain, then add it to a small, heavy pot with a tight-fitting lid.
    Emily Horton, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • At the end of your time at camp, stick the lid back on the bucket and take your waste home to dispose of.
    Laura Lancaster, Outdoor Life, 19 Oct. 2023
  • Close the grill’s lid to allow the hot air to circulate.
    Janelle Davis, CNN, 15 Apr. 2023
  • Cover the pots with tight-fitting lids and bring them to a low boil.
    Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 3 Aug. 2023
  • This helps free up counter space and keeps the lid secure and clean while cooking.
    Maya Polton, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2023
  • Enlarge / The Mac Pro (Late 2013) from the front (left), the back (center), and without its lid (right).
    Benj Edwards, Ars Technica, 24 Jan. 2024
  • To keep breast milk cold, an ice pack screws onto the lid and keeps food safe for hours.
    Christin Perry, Parents, 16 Oct. 2023
  • Note that the cooler is dishwasher safe but the lid needs to be washed by hand.
    Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2023
  • The photo shows the cellphone stuck to the lid upside down with the camera facing out.
    Nick Stoico, BostonGlobe.com, 18 Sep. 2023
  • Use it to stamp the perfect wing at the outer corner of your eyes, then trace the line across your lid.
    Harper's BAZAAR, 16 June 2023
  • Simply add cloves to the chamber, close the lid and roll the wheels on your countertop.
    Good Housekeeping, 31 Aug. 2023
  • In some cases, people hissed or banged on the lids of trash cans, Mr. Toop said.
    Natasha Frost, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2023
  • Do note that the cups and lids can be washed on the top rack of the dishwasher, but the motorbase and blades cannot.
    Adria Greenhauff, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2023
  • Plus, all the bowls and plates are designed to stack easily; the plates act as lids on the bowls, and the bowls fit into the plates.
    Dhara Patel, Peoplemag, 7 Nov. 2023
  • Have on hand a 10-inch nonstick pan with a tight-fitting lid.
    Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, 11 Apr. 2023
  • The side case latch hooks may not snap properly into the lock which can cause the lid to open.
    USA TODAY, 1 Apr. 2024
  • Just be sure to leave the lids with pink snap closures out of the microwave and dishwasher.
    Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 23 Mar. 2024
  • Pro Longwear paint pot was washed across the lid in blue, green, yellow and pink hues.
    Akili King, Essence, 12 Sep. 2023
  • At camp, find a scenic, and private, spot for the bucket and replace the lid with a toilet seat.
    Laura Lancaster, Outdoor Life, 19 Oct. 2023
  • Its slow-close lid prevents the lid from slamming and making a ton of noise while in use.
    Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2024
  • The glass pitcher was easy to clean in the dishwasher or sink, but the filter lid should be hand washed.
    Julie Laing, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2023
  • Remove the center piece on the blender's lid to allow steam to escape.
    Karen Schroeder-Rankin, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2023
  • Our only wish is that lids were included for all the pans.
    Good Housekeeping, 31 Mar. 2023
  • Place grate on grill or smoker and cover, positioning vent on lid as far from heat source as possible.
    Paula Disbrowe, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 May 2026
  • In the past, White House officials have turned to Saudi Arabia to keep a lid on gas prices.
    Matt Egan, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
  • They were packed into a leather case with a lid.
    Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
  • Use a microwave-safe shield, lid, or paper towel.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
  • The glossy enamel finish is both durable and stylish, while the tight-fitting lid helps lock in heat and moisture.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2026
  • Add lid and chill at least 4 hours.
    Jed Portman, Midwest Living, 15 May 2026

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