How to Use sprig in a Sentence

sprig

noun
  • Pick out and toss the thyme sprigs.
    The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025
  • And then add a good sprig of mint next to your straw.
    Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
  • Add a fresh sprig as a garnish.
    Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 13 Apr. 2026
  • Pluck out and discard the herb sprigs.
    CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
  • Discard herb sprigs and bay leaf.
    Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2025
  • Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2026
  • Garnish with a sprig of fresh herb.
    Jeff Burkhart, Mercury News, 26 Nov. 2025
  • Pluck out and discard the cilantro sprigs.
    ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Garnish each with a fresh sprig of mint.
    Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026
  • Garnish with peach slices and basil sprigs.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 3 May 2026
  • Garnish with a mint sprig and lemon twist.
    Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
  • Garnish with lemon wheel and a mint sprig.
    John Kell, Forbes.com, 19 May 2026
  • Garnish with mint sprig and fresh berries.
    Emily Price, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
  • Place dill sprigs throughout the green beans.
    Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 June 2026
  • Discard corn cobs, bay leaf, and thyme sprigs.
    Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Garnish with a slice of lemon or a sprig of mint.
    Rebekah Evans, TheWeek, 2 Jan. 2026
  • Garnish with herb sprigs and/or lime wheel.
    Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2026
  • Top with wine and garnish with a mint leaf or sprig.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 6 June 2026
  • Top with dill sprigs and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
    Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
  • Top with more crushed ice, and garnish with a mint sprig.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 20 June 2026
  • Place half of the oregano and thyme sprigs on top of the fennel.
    Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 10 June 2020
  • Fill the rest of the glass with crushed ice and garnish with a mint sprig or two.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 6 June 2026
  • Place lemon slices and mint sprigs in a 2-quart pitcher; set aside.
    Nicole Hopper, Southern Living, 24 June 2026
  • Like a fruit basket and fresh notes of tomato sprigs.
    Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
  • Remove and discard thyme sprigs and bay leaf.
    Bj Dennis, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Top each glass with several small sprigs of fresh mint.
    Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Remove and discard thyme sprigs and bay leaves.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Skip the garnish or top with a sprig of fresh basil instead.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Aug. 2025
  • Fresh mint sprigs add that cool flavor and greenery.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Skip it, or infuse the oil with a small sprig of fresh rosemary.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025

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