How to Use sprig in a Sentence

sprig

noun
  • Place half of the oregano and thyme sprigs on top of the fennel.
    Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 10 June 2020
  • Even the Port-A-Potties have sprigs of mint in the urinals.
    BostonGlobe.com, 24 July 2023
  • Use florists wire to attach rosemary bunches to the sides of the hoop and sprigs to the front.
    Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2023
  • Jill Biden picked a sprig off the tree and gave it to her grandson, along with a kiss.
    Alexandra Jaffe, ajc, 3 Dec. 2021
  • Garnish with pear from saucepan and a fresh thyme sprig.
    Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 12 Oct. 2020
  • Stop to smell the sprigs of rosemary, and even pick a few for your dinner.
    Dakota Kim, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2023
  • Add bourbon and fill the cup with Ale-8. Garnish with a sprig of mint.
    Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 12 Aug. 2020
  • Add a dollop of yogurt and a few herb sprigs to each bowl and serve.
    G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 30 Mar. 2023
  • Add a splash of olive oil, a good pinch of salt, the bay leaf, and the sage leaves or sprig of rosemary or thyme.
    Deb Wandell, San Francisco Chronicle, 7 Oct. 2021
  • Now Carling clambered up to the top of the new truss and affixed a sprig of cedar of Lebanon.
    Shawn McCreesh, Curbed, 17 Aug. 2021
  • The myrtle in the wreath was cut from a plant grown from a sprig in the queen's wedding bouquet in 1947.
    Patrick Smith, NBC News, 19 Sep. 2022
  • Light a sprig of rosemary, blow out the flame, and place it on top of the cocktail to complete.
    Dana McMahan, The Courier-Journal, 4 Oct. 2022
  • Strain into a coupe glass and garnish with a sprig of dill.
    Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 17 July 2023
  • Add wine and thyme sprigs and cook, scraping up any browned bits, 1 minute.
    Joy Cho, Good Housekeeping, 8 Aug. 2023
  • In a small saucepan, fry a sprig of rosemary in hot oil for about 30 seconds.
    Dallas News, 1 June 2021
  • When you're done, add a few sprigs of faux greenery and a pretty plaid bow.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Mar. 2023
  • Some add their own spin with a sprig of rosemary or a dash of nutmeg.
    Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 25 July 2023
  • Serve with a lemon garnish, croutons, or a sprig of fresh dill.
    The Courier-Journal, 16 Jan. 2024
  • The tasting notes pair well with a fresh-cut sprig of mint in a julep, and so this heresy is his drink of choice in the hottest months of the year.
    Maggie Menderski, courier-journal.com, 6 Sep. 2022
  • Pour into a tall glass, add ice cubes to fill, and garnish with a mint sprig.
    Jennifer Billock, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 July 2020
  • Adhere the end of a silk greenery sprig inside the cap with crafts glue; let dry.
    Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Nov. 2023
  • Add the bourbon, stir gently and serve garnished with a sprig of mint.
    Elizabeth Karmel, Forbes, 20 May 2022
  • Drink it: over ice, garnished with a sprig of mint or rosemary.
    Esther Mobley, San Francisco Chronicle, 5 Feb. 2021
  • Add thyme sprigs, bay leaves, and porcini mushrooms; bring to a boil over high heat.
    Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Remove and discard the sage sprigs and cedar, if using.
    The Know, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
  • Meanwhile, the sprigs of greenery bring in a springtime vibe, even in the coldest climates.
    Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Top with more crushed ice, and garnish with a mint sprig.
    Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 17 Jan. 2026
  • Tuck in Italian ruscus all the way around until the wreaths are covered; then add sprigs of privet berries.
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Infuse the water with a sprig of rosemary or a citrus slice for an air of sophistication.
    Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2026
  • Garnish with a slice of lemon or a sprig of mint.
    Rebekah Evans, TheWeek, 2 Jan. 2026

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