How to Use scallop in a Sentence

scallop

1 of 2 noun

• Trace and cut a scallop pattern along the top edge of the bowl.
  — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
• A little scallop goes a long way.
  — Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
• Their first dredge came up filled with scallops, a perfect meal for three.
  — Christopher Maag, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2024
• Serve it alongside a pan-roasted salmon or with sautéed scallops.
  — Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2023
• Some species of scallop have dozens of eyes; others have hundreds.
  — Elizabeth Kolbert, The New Yorker, 6 June 2022
• The salmon, tuna, beef and scallops in the display case were not cold enough.
  — Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 20 Mar. 2026
• Pair with rock cod, shellfish stew or scallop carpaccio.
  — Laura Ness, Mercury News, 23 Nov. 2025
• Sweet scallops could be today's version of chevron.
  — Heather Bien, The Spruce, 4 Feb. 2026
• The playful scallop design on this velvet chair adds a touch of flair to any room.
  — Wendy Vazquez, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2022
• Be sure to set aside some room at the dinner table for scallops this summer.
  — Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 4 July 2026
• Great with seared scallops, sea bass and squid and for the daring, veal tartare with lemon and ginger.
  — Laura Ness, Mercury News, 23 Nov. 2025
• The crisp lines of the scallop edge are a nice contrast to the textured linen fabric.
  — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 23 Feb. 2026
• The shape is glorious, with subtle curves and scallops to set it apart.
  — Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 22 June 2023
• Remove the side muscle from each scallop by pulling it off with your thumb and fingers.
  — G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 2 June 2022
• Thanks to a plethora of spices and a shaking of cayenne pepper, these scallops are hot!
  — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2024
• Bowls of Thai curry soup crowded with shrimp, scallops and clams.
  — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
• The madeleines are baked to order in actual scallop shells, and served with a side of jam.
  — Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 14 June 2026
• Sweet scallops are dressed in a punchy yuzu and apple vinaigrette and served over a crunchy tostada.
  — Restaurant Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2026
• Linger on the starters, which include scallops en croute and mouth-watering ahi poke.
  — Gregory Thomas, SFChronicle.com, 16 Jan. 2020
• The sweet and briny scallops perfectly play off the spicy sauce and the crunchy, salty chicharrones.
  — Eric Velasco, al, 5 Dec. 2019
• Many of the handmade fireplace tiles—some with small, scallop shell details—were in good shape.
  — Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
• The scallops had started to go south in a sticky glob of sesame whatever with chicken.
  — Mike Sutter, ExpressNews.com, 2 Jan. 2020
• One squat and very fresh Hokkaido scallop sits in a shallow bowl.
  — Los Angeles Times, 16 June 2022
• Add the remaining stock and tuck the monkfish and scallops into the rice.
  — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 28 Dec. 2019
• The charred corn and sweet scallops cook in bacon grease for an extra indulgence.
  — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2023
• But at the moment, most of the adult scallops in Peconic Bay are dead.
  — Christopher Maag, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2024
• Arrange the vegetables on the plate evenly, then place the scallops of top.
  — Alex Darus, cleveland, 4 May 2020
• Before cooking, Burke says to pat scallops dry and check for any shell fragments.
  — Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
• Cut scallops into the top of a 3x5-inch envelope to make a cloud.
  — Nicole Harris, Parents, 20 Mar. 2024
• The wagyu tacos, calamari, scallops, and sake are great additions to the table.
  — Alyssa Bailey, ELLE, 29 June 2023

scallop

2 of 2 verb

• From above, the sea was a sparkling expanse, scalloped by the wind.
  — Evan Osnos, The New Yorker, 30 Jan. 2017
• Worse yet, pavement that's scalloped near the shoulder gives the front end fits.
  — Rich Ceppos, Car and Driver, 11 May 2023
• Its two pink doors have scalloped edges that create a playful design when shut.
  — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
• For starters, this kitchen has the most enviable scalloped backsplash.
  — Lauren Smith, House Beautiful, 1 Feb. 2017
• The bodice is sweetly scalloped, with a bow under the bust and teasingly bare sides.
  — Rebecca Ramsey, The Cut, 28 June 2018
• Roasted, boiled, fried, scalloped, mashed, baked—the options are endless.
  — Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2026
• The northern coast is volcanic, with dark-sand beaches, while the southern coast is scalloped with white-sand coves.
  — Tony Perrottet, Smithsonian, 22 Jan. 2018
• Black cotton with perfect double seams stitched along each finger, triple stitched along the thumb, and scalloped at the wrist.
  — BostonGlobe.com, 17 Oct. 2019
• Complete with a blue scalloped roof and full mini kitchen, this ain't your average playtime spot.
  — Blair Donovan, Country Living, 6 Apr. 2019
• Store scallops in the coldest part of the fridge on ice and use within 1–2 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  — Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
• Silken diver scallops bed down in kombu with leek vinaigrette and Champagne sauce.
  — Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
• Sushi, ceviche, tuna tartare tacos and scallops crudo offer modern takes on local seafood.
  — Mary Lebus, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Dec. 2025
• Model ships and colored onion lamps, as well as the valance scalloped like waves that frames the waterfront view, affirm the maritime theme.
  — Amy Merrick, WSJ, 3 Aug. 2018
• The bra has scalloped edges for a more textured look and features silicone lining to keep it from slipping even on smaller chests.
  — Jenna Clark, Women's Health, 30 Mar. 2023
• Current menu highlights include chilli and garlic shell-on king prawns, and Folkestone scallops.
  — Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
• Meteorites are dark and often scalloped, feeling heavier than a normal rock.
  — Ashley Strickland, CNN, 24 July 2019
• The edges are scalloped and hand-painted in summery colors—french blue, strawberry red, garden rose pink, and lilac—with a glossy dye.
  — Katie Kiefner, Vogue, 10 July 2018
• Those who prefer their spuds a little less ornery — though no less delicious — will want to give the pastrami short rib scalloped potatoes a try.
  — Dominic Armato, azcentral, 15 Nov. 2019
• Creeping Charlie also has blue flowers, square stems and rounded, scalloped leaves, but has a minty fragrance.
  — Jo Ellen Meyers Sharp, Indianapolis Star, 9 Mar. 2018
• The options include things like noodles, sushi, crab Legs, baked oyster, shrimp, scallops — there’s even a bacon wrapped chicken.
  — Richard Guzman, Daily News, 18 Mar. 2026
• This frozen meal combines shrimp, pollock, and scallops in a coconut, lemongrass, and ginger sauce to create a flavorful, easy-to-make dish.
  — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 25 Feb. 2026
• The steering holds up its end of the bargain, imparting a confident sense of straight-ahead unfettered by crosswinds and scalloped road edges.
  — Dan Edmunds, Car and Driver, 13 May 2023
• Common traits were spindles, inlaid panels, floral designs, scalloped edges and piercings.
  — Brenda Yenke, cleveland, 7 Nov. 2019
• The design included delicate floral patterns and tiers of sequined, scalloped lace over a white column skirt.
  — Kayleigh Roberts, Harper's BAZAAR, 4 Dec. 2018
• This room also has cast stone fireplace, scalloped detailed coffered ceiling, and French door access to a private courtyard.
  — Monica Lander, The Mercury News, 30 July 2019
• Housed in an ornate 500-year-old building, the space is all marble pillars and gold scalloped moldings, with walls painted in deep turquoise and salmon.
  — Alexa Brazilian, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2017
• Choose from hot pink, chartreuse, deep red, yellow, lime green, and orange foliage that is scalloped, bordered, or features contrasting veins or patterns.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 June 2026
• The edges of the galette are scalloped, the better to show the dramatic rise of the pastry and to seal in the velvety almond cream that is the perfect counterpoint to the flaky crusts.
  — Dorie Greenspan, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2017
• Cook scallops to 145°F for safety, avoid overcooking to prevent a rubbery texture.
  — Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
• Whether your family demands green bean casserole or scalloped potatoes alongside their turkey, these dishes can be prepped and assembled two whole days before the big event.
  — Hannah Doolin, Country Living, 16 Nov. 2016