How to Use puff in a Sentence

puff

1 of 3 verb

• The bikers puffed up the hill.
• The chimney puffed white smoke into the sky.
• We watched the train puff away on its journey west.
• She sat on the porch puffing on a cigarette.
• He was puffing and panting from running.
• His lips puffed with each breath.
  — Cameron Knight, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 June 2026
• His cheeks puffed and his eyes crossed.
  — Emilia Petrarca, New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2025
• Why didn’t my matzo balls puff up?
  — Molly Baz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Mar. 2026
• What’s more, the rest of the world has reason to puff its chest.
  — Sean Gregory, Time, 6 July 2023
• The heat from the oven puffed the dough like a pita in less than a minute.
  — Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 21 June 2023
• Dirt suddenly puffs up on the ground near a child on the mound.
  — Karen Kucher, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2023
• By way of reply, the kid puffed up his chest and smiled shyly.
  — Literary Hub, 5 Dec. 2025
• As noted above, nighttime is a prime time for your face to puff up.
  — Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 3 Nov. 2023
• His body, in this case, seemed truly to puff up and grow bigger.
  — Ben Brantley, New York Times, 6 Dec. 2021
• Cook for 4-6mins on each side until puffed and cooked through.
  — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 9 May 2026
• Her curly white hair, usually puffed and set, lay flat around her neck.
  — Katie Engelhart, New York Times, 9 May 2023
• In the dry, hot heat of the oven, the chunks of potato puff out a little.
  — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 23 Mar. 2021
• The drug stopped the pain, but also served to puff Keenan's body up a bit.
  — Richard Ruelas, The Arizona Republic, 19 Mar. 2021
• Chazelle whips the story into cream-puff whorls of myths upon myths.
  — Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 22 Dec. 2022
• Bake until the crust is browned and puffed, about 35 minutes.
  — Kendra Vaculin, Bon Appétit, 3 Aug. 2023
• When cold dough hits the oven, the butter will puff between each layer.
  — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 June 2026
• But the rice is the key, and each grain was glowing with spice and puffed up like risotto on steroids.
  — Mike Sutter, ExpressNews.com, 30 Apr. 2020
• This is not about puffing up the self, but about joining with something big.
  — Jonny Thomson, Big Think, 6 Aug. 2025
• Steam until the buns are puffed and cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  — Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2020
• Bake until puffed and set, about 30 minutes.
  — Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
• Jordan Samuel’s eye gel is very light, odorless, and helps de-puff my eyes.
  — Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2020
• Plus, it’s packed with skin care to brighten and de-puff your skin with everyday use.
  — Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026
• Place puffed corn in a large 17x12x2-inch roasting pan.
  — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2026
• Don’t act out, don’t huff and puff over the indignity of it all — just be busy that day.
  — Amy Dickinson, Washington Post, 18 Nov. 2022
• Vermiculite, a fine, puffed, gold flecks mica, which helps with drainage.
  — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 29 May 2026

puff

2 of 3 noun

• He let me have a puff off his pipe.
• She took two puffs on her inhaler before going for a run.
• That fuzzy stuff that looks like snow puffs?
  — Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025
• These bites are airy puffs about the size and width of an adult’s thumb.
  — Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025
• These savory bites taste just like cheese straws but in puff form.
  — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
• At the end of the clip, viewers can see a puff of black smoke.
  — Ryan Brennan april 24, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
• At the end of the clip, viewers will see a puff of black smoke.
  — Ryan Brennan april 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
• These puffs are an easy, shareable snack that are hard not to like.
  — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
• This recipe pairs light and airy puffs with tasty, tangy ham salad.
  — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
• The sun blasts us from the left and warm air puffs weakly from the vents.
  — R29 Team, Refinery29, 19 Sep. 2025
• When baked, the eggs make the filling puff up and over the edge of the dish.
  — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 18 Nov. 2025
• In the crowd, fists pumped and at least one puff of smoke trailed into the sky.
  — Rael Ombuor, Washington Post, 3 Aug. 2022
• Jean met her eyes again and exhaled a light puff of laughter.
  — Hannah Gold, Harper’s Magazine , 26 Oct. 2022
• Would a light puff of air really alert me to turn off the oven?
  — Forrester, Forbes, 16 May 2022
• So that final kind of puff happens.
  — Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Feb. 2026
• Love the afro puffs on her, however.
  — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 14 Mar. 2026
• Turned on a recorder, took a puff, started playing some jazz.
  — Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
• Spoon it into airy cheese puffs and serve it at brunch or bridal showers.
  — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2024
• The sleeves also have a flowy drape and a subtle puff sleeve at the wrist.
  — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2025
• Who could resist my baby face, big eyes, thick afro puffs and squeaky voice?
  — Tanikia Carpenter, Parents, 19 Nov. 2023
• It’s filled with modern finds—like sleek slip dresses and puff-sleeve frocks.
  — Vogue, 5 Apr. 2022
• Also, eye doctors, get rid of that thing that blows a puff of air in your eyes.
  — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026
• The words in question were fist, fast, puff, pass, hiss, mess, less, gas, mass, and class.
  — Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Sep. 2025
• Blake Lemoine asked me, between puffs of a pink and yellow vape pen.
  — Josh Morgenthau, Washington Post, 5 Aug. 2023
• To acquire a beloved puff sleeve dress of your own, shop our edit below.
  — Kristen Bateman, refinery29.com, 25 July 2022
• The three of them have recently been spotted in puff-sleeve pieces.
  — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025
• Strike a vintage note with puff-sleeves worthy of a princess in a portrait.
  — Marykate Boylan, Town & Country, 7 June 2022
• These puffs are flavored with Gruyere, dry mustard, and cayenne.
  — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2024
• These puffs are flavored with Gruyere, dry mustard, and cayenne.
  — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
• Between the puff sleeves and the tie detail, this bikini is too cute for words.
  — Hannah Oh and Ann Wang, Seventeen, 5 July 2022

puff

3 of 3 adjective

• The top has a V-neck, puff sleeves, and a loose fit that won’t cling to you.
  — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 31 Aug. 2023
• Think miniskirts, bows, pink puff sleeves, delicate white broderie anglaise tops.
  — Sarah Spellings, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2023
• It was cinched at the waist with a thin belt and included puff sleeves and an ample skirt.
  — Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 28 July 2023
• They de-puff, hydrate, and help you look refreshed in minutes.
  — Francesca Krempa, StyleCaster, 25 Nov. 2025
• The gorgeous dress has puff short sleeves and an elastic waist for a flattering fit.
  — Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 29 May 2023
• This adorable puff sleeve, velvet mini dress has a tulip hemline and a wrap detail.
  — Elle Murphy, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2023
• That's especially true of this puff-sleeve mini with its waist cutouts.
  — Leah Melby Clinton, Harper's BAZAAR, 28 Feb. 2023
• Blouses with more shape—such as ones with puff sleeves—can also look more balanced when worn with wide-leg jeans.
  — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 11 May 2026
• The square neck design offers a touch of vintage charm, while the long puff sleeves add a dash of modern flair.
  — Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2023
• The Florie Dress is so precious and features puff sleeves and a drop-waist flounce.
  — harpersbazaar.com, 9 May 2023
• The vibrant piece included a sleek matching belt cinched at the waist and dramatic puff sleeves.
  — Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 23 June 2023
• The caffeine helps de-puff and brighten the under-eye area almost instantly.
  — Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026
• That night, the superstar hit the red carpet in a velvet column gown with a high-slit and statement puff sleeves with a long train.
  — Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2023
• Astronomers still aren’t quite sure how super-puff planets came into existence.
  — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 25 June 2026
• This capsule wardrobe staple has a modern look with a shirttail hemline, subtle puff sleeves, and a crisp crewneck collar.
  — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
• Caffeine helps de-puff, hyaluronic acid plumps and hydrates, and grape flower cell extract and squalane leave the undereyes smoother and brighter.
  — Lily Wohlner, Allure, 2 Dec. 2025
• Eugenie chose a white gown with black detailing, featuring a deep-V neckline and short puff sleeves.
  — Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 8 May 2023
• For more of a statement piece, opt for a maxi dress with cute cut-outs, sultry slits, pretty puff sleeves, or a striking one-shoulder silhouette.
  — Lauren Dana Ellman, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Aug. 2023
• The design featured romantic details like puff sleeves as well as a black bodice that created a two-toned appearance.
  — Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 9 June 2023
• The long puff lantern sleeves add an element of drama, while the sheer mesh material creates an alluring, edgy look.
  — Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 5 Dec. 2023
• There are also discounts on self care staples like these Medicube eye patches that de-puff, firm, and brighten tired under-eyes in a pinch.
  — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
• Rich chocolate with puff sleeves and a full swinging skirt make this Gabriela Hearst wool-cashmere number irresistible.
  — Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 31 Aug. 2023
• To train the crows to use the stones, the researchers started by making a cheese puff trail to the tube, incentivizing the crow’s curiosity.
  — Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Ars Technica, 14 Dec. 2023
• Jenner's large puff top engulfed her entire torso like a cloud, which could be seen as a call to Princess Diana's puff-sleeve wedding gown.
  — Tara Gonzalez, Harper's BAZAAR, 26 June 2023
• The ruffled peplum hem gives the top a romantic touch that seamlessly complements the beautiful puff sleeves.
  — Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2023
• For a more muted version of Michele's statement sleeves, this Madwell puff-sleeve midi dress is great for everyday wear.
  — Kayla Blanton, Peoplemag, 4 Mar. 2023
• This gorgeous stark white satin-y sheen blazer with puff sleeves featured a sophisticated double button closure.
  — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 29 Jan. 2024
• Apply the anti-puff serum with the metal roller ball and get ready to reap all of the cooling, calming, and rejuvenating benefits.
  — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 24 May 2021
• Jollof rice is served alongside a thick pork loin crusted in suya and the meal concludes with puff puff donuts that have a satisfying crunchy outer shell and a soft and moist buoyant center.
  — Danielle Dorsey, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2023
• It's balanced by a full skirt and voluminous puff sleeves with a cool, asymmetric neckline that offers ample coverage.
  — Nicola Fumo, Peoplemag, 6 May 2023