How to Use mildew in a Sentence

mildew

1 of 2 noun

• The basement's damp walls were covered with mildew.
• Mold and mildew are much like fire.
  — Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
• The space was damp, dark and smelled like mildew.
  — Savannah Sicurella, AJC.com, 21 Apr. 2026
• Throw out any toys with broken parts or mildew.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2026
• Throw out any toys with broken parts or mildew.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
• Mold and mildew aren’t all that moisture brings.
  — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2026
• There are ways to ward off mildew and keep your rug soft for bare feet.
  — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
• Store your sheets in a cool and dry place to prevent mildew.
  — Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 20 Feb. 2026
• Does your laundry room smell like mildew or reek of stinky socks?
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
• Fun kicks into high gear, but so does dirt, mildew, and mold.
  — Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics, 21 Feb. 2023
• You may be plagued with mold and mildew in your tub and shower area.
  — Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
• If left unchecked, this sticky residue can lead to black fungus and mildew.
  — Washington Post, 4 Feb. 2022
• Odors and mildew can be a problem in the laundry room.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 Jan. 2026
• Too much and mold and mildew can develop.
  — Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
• If the air is not humid and the wood stays dry, the mildew should not come back.
  — Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 15 Dec. 2023
• Early in the day, use a hose to rinse leaves hinting at mildew.
  — Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Sep. 2021
• Leave the door open to help air dry and prevent future mildew.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
• Leave the door open to help air dry and prevent future mildew.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2025
• Leave the door open to help air dry and prevent future mildew.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
• Moisture can cause mold and mildew that can warp or damage the wood.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
• Remove all the old caulk and clean soap scum and mildew from surfaces.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
• Avoid storing wet covers, as this can lead to mold and mildew.
  — Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
• Excess moisture can lead to the growth of mold, mildew, and rust.
  — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025
• Be sure to clean in every crevice to remove residue, mold, and mildew.
  — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
• Gloves are also a wise choice when dealing with mold, mildew, or heavy grime.
  — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026
• Putting damp cushions back in place is one of the fastest ways to invite mildew.
  — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
• Besides the sewage issues, there was no door on the unit and mildew on the walls.
  — Elena Bruess, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Apr. 2022
• Further up is, of course, the ceiling, which is no stranger to mold and mildew.
  — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
• Must And Mold Mold and mildew will make a home smell musty.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 June 2026
• Less moisture, less mildew, less scrubbing.
  — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 4 Apr. 2026

mildew

2 of 2 verb

• Of course, that is a gift that expires, one that quickly mildews into a curse.
  — Richard Lawson, vanityfair.com, 9 Oct. 2017
• Simply remove the ornaments and use a waterproof bag to keep the tree from getting dusty or mildewed during months of storage.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
• The piles up and down this street, and along many other nearby streets — shards of wallboard and mildewing carpet, artificial flowers and computer monitors — stand taller than some people.
  — John Schwartz and Alan Blinder, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2017
• Linens And Towels Sheets and blankets should be stored outside the bathroom when possible, as should bath towels because all are vulnerable to mildewing.
  — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025
• Linens And Towels Sheets and blankets should be stored outside the bathroom when possible, as should bath towels because all are vulnerable to mildewing.
  — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 17 June 2026