How to Use sponge in a Sentence

sponge

1 of 2 noun

• Wet a sponge and scrub your tub.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2026
• Rinse your sponge or cloth and wipe again.
  — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 20 June 2026
• Use a sponge to wipe away grease and grime.
  — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 8 Jan. 2026
• Scrub any stains with a soft sponge or brush.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
• Wash the pan with the soft side of the sponge.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 June 2026
• Use a sponge or cloth to buff out scuff marks.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
• Wipe the area down with a non-scratch sponge.
  — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 17 Feb. 2026
• Scrub the stain with a soft sponge, then rinse and dry.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2026
• Use a sponge to wipe all around the bathtub.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025
• Wipe clean with a sponge or microfiber cloth.
  — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 13 June 2026
• Re-wet and wring out the sponge as needed.
  — Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
• Even damp rags and sponges can be a source of food for these flies.
  — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
• Rinse with tepid water and a rag or sponge.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2026
• Using a sponge or cloth, wipe down the sides.
  — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 4 June 2026
• Take a soft sponge and dip it in the soapy water.
  — Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
• Scrub gently with a soft, damp sponge.
  — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 17 Feb. 2026
• Use an abrasive sponge to scrub away the mess.
  — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 8 Jan. 2026
• Then scrub with a non-abrasive sponge or brush.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
• Then, take a non-abrasive sponge and scrub.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
• Or better yet, put your old sponges to good use.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 June 2026
• Scrub the area with a sponge and rinse as needed.
  — Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 9 May 2026
• Ana rinsed off the sponge, her shoulders rigid.
  — Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
• Wet the brick with a sponge dipped in plain water first.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
• Use the sponge to scrub the door from top to bottom.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
• Scrub the area with a non-abrasive sponge or cloth.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2025
• Apply the mix to the stained area with a cloth or sponge.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
• Use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth to rub away the rust.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
• Gently dab and wipe away the stain with a clean cloth or sponge.
  — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2025
• After an hour, scrub the paste off with a sponge and rinse.
  — Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 5 Mar. 2026
• Use a scrub brush, sponge, or clean rag to remove mold stains.
  — Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2023

sponge

2 of 2 verb

• She sponged up the spilt milk.
• She sponged the dirt off her shirt.
• He sponged off his face.
• She always sponges meals from us.
• Scrub the area with a soft brush or sponge, then rinse and dry.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 20 June 2026
• Clean caulk with a mild cleaner and sponge.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
• Scrub the area with a brush or sponge to remove the mold.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
• If the plates are built-in, use a damp cloth or sponge to wipe them clean.
  — Jennifer Blair, chicagotribune.com, 11 Aug. 2020
• Wash the area with a soft mitt or sponge to get rid of loose dirt, then dry it.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
• Use a damp cloth or sponge to wipe down the outside of the main unit.
  — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2020
• Take a soft cloth or sponge and rub around the bottom and sides of the mug.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
• Dip a soft cloth or sponge into the soapy water.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 June 2026
• Using a damp cloth or sponge, wipe down the inside of the oven.
  — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 2 July 2026
• Gently scrub off with a scouring pad or sponge, then wash and dry.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
• Then, spritz or sponge with cold water to rinse and blot until dry.
  — Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 29 Mar. 2021
• Using a clean, white cloth, sponge the stain with the mixture.
  — Lauren Smith McDonough, Good Housekeeping, 29 Mar. 2021
• Using a soft brush or sponge, gently scrub both sides of each screen.
  — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 20 Apr. 2026
• Soak the racks for four hours to overnight, then scrub with a brush or sponge to remove grime.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
• Sprinkle baking soda over a cloth or sponge and scrub the area.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
• Then, dip a soft cloth or sponge into the solution and wipe the faucet.
  — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 11 Feb. 2026
• Simply swirl a wet brush or sponge onto the soap and lather for a deep clean.
  — Taryn Brooke, Glamour, 22 Jan. 2026
• Handwash the shade with a soft cloth or sponge to avoid scratches or damage.
  — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2025
• Wipe down doors with a squeegee, sponge or dry cloth after every shower.
  — oregonlive, 25 Mar. 2021
• Dip a microfiber cloth or sponge in the solution.
  — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 20 June 2026
• Use one half of your lemon as a natural abrasive and sponge at at the same time!
  — Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
• Butterfly sponge heads fold in half for easy, hands-free wringing.
  — Maya Polton, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2023
• Wipe down your sink daily—use a soft or microfiber cloth or sponge to prevent buildup.
  — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
• When the stain is gone, sponge the area with a damp cloth to rinse and remove all traces of the cleaner.
  — Lauren Smith, Good Housekeeping, 15 Oct. 2018
• Washing your bike or scooter with a bucket and sponge instead of a hose.
  — Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2022
• Dip a soft brush or sponge into the solution and gently scrub.
  — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2026