How to Use rust in a Sentence

rust

1 of 2 noun

• The air smells of rust and salt.
  — Jeff Pearlman, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025
• Scrub at the rust with steel wool.
  — Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 17 Jan. 2026
• The rest, though, are rust to her.
  — Devon Ivie, Vulture, 27 May 2026
• Check each tool for any sign of rust.
  — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 10 Feb. 2026
• Bedard didn’t show any signs of rust.
  — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
• Rest is great, but rust is real.
  — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
• So just trying to knock the rust off game by game.
  — Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 23 Mar. 2026
• Yoshida shook off the rust down the stretch, though.
  — Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 22 Mar. 2026
• A lot of us do want to play just to stay fresh, knock off some rust.
  — Tim Corlett, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
• Scrub away rust with steel wool and warm, soapy water.
  — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 26 Feb. 2026
• Follow these easy steps to clean rust off your cast iron.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025
• Add vinegar and scrub some more to get rid of all the rust.
  — Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 4 June 2026
• Moses is now 34 and showed signs of rust and age in camp.
  — Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
• Use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth to rub away the rust.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
• There’s a shrine by the road, its iron doors spotted with rust.
  — Harpers Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
• Still a little bit of rust to knock off, but that’s fine by me.
  — Duane Rankin, The Arizona Republic, 6 Apr. 2023
• Check frames for chips, rust spots, hairline cracks, or loose joints.
  — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
• Not that King showed any rust last season.
  — Bobby Narang, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
• At 14 years old rust could be setting in.
  — Hartford Courant, 21 Feb. 2026
• Protect metal tools from rust when not in use.
  — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025
• This will prevent rust from forming on the pan.
  — Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 4 June 2026
• Give the rust spots an extra amount of pressure.
  — Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 17 Jan. 2026
• With that said, Ingram has looked healthy and free of rust.
  — Eric Koreen, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
• Here’s how Sokolowski says to get rid of rust on chrome.
  — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 14 Jan. 2026
• Store the griddle in a cool, dry place to prevent rust.
  — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026
• Check all metal utensils for signs of rust.
  — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
• Shake off excess rust or brush it off with an old toothbrush.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026
• This allows the mixture to break down the rust.
  — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026
• Gently scrub the rust away with a sponge or stiff nylon brush.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2025
• Dip a cloth in white vinegar to wipe the surface rust away.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 June 2026

rust

2 of 2 verb

• The moist air rusted the latch on the door.
• The old iron fence was rusted.
• Your bicycle will rust if you leave it out in the rain.
• Check for metal clasps, which can rust.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
• Those pits can trap moisture and lead to rust down the road.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025
• If cans have rusted or burst seams, throw them out right away.
  — Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 26 Jan. 2026
• Often the best nudes will have a bit of peach or rust in them.
  — Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 13 May 2021
• This route makes the most sense for fans that have rusted all over.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 June 2026
• On the floor, a log fire burns to keep the damp out, and rust off the guns.
  — Sam Kiley, CNN, 7 July 2021
• Most are metal, but be wary of any that may rust or break over time.
  — Anthony Marcusa, chicagotribune.com, 10 Mar. 2021
• Made from stainless steel, the blade will stay sharp and is less prone to rust.
  — Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2025
• Wood handles fade and dry out, and the rivets rust.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
• Copper cutters are durable, hold their shape well and won’t rust.
  — NBC News, 15 June 2020
• Over time, the metal can rust and cause the secondary latch to stay open.
  — Tom Krisher, Detroit Free Press, 4 June 2020
• Gold bars don't rust, corrode or expire.
  — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
• This will likely lead to rusting.
  — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
• Then, on calm days, the plates will rust and feed current back into the grid.
  — Elizabeth Kolbert, The New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2022
• Stainless is reactive and free iron that sits on it will rust.
  — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 22 Feb. 2024
• Military hardware was left to rust or was stripped for parts.
  — Ann M. Simmons, WSJ, 1 Feb. 2022
• Be sure that the jars are free of nicks and cracks, and the lids aren't dented or rusted.
  — Martha Stewart, 12 June 2026
• If any of the items are rusted, cracked, or worn out, now is a good time to replace them.
  — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
• This is made from ceramic that is durable and won’t rust like metal would.
  — Chris Hachey, BGR, 22 Apr. 2021
• The post-wash rub will help the oil build up over time, which keeps the pan non-stick and from rusting.
  — Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 4 June 2026
• Paolucci said the hook was not stainless steel, and would rust out quickly.
  — Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 18 Jan. 2023
• The holder won’t rust and these makes for great housewarming gifts.
  — Chris Hachey, BGR, 28 June 2021
• And since it's made from stainless steel, the necklace will never rust.
  — Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 25 July 2022
• The tank appeared old and rusted, and was clearly marked.
  — Corey J. Murray, USA Today, 12 Mar. 2026
• Plus, the aluminum frame won’t rust or corrode after hours in the sun.
  — Julia Fields, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
• This is a heavy-duty option that doesn’t rust or warp and could last a lifetime.
  — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
• The same goes with cast-iron skillets, which can rust, and crystal, which can crack or grow cloudy.
  — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026