Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of faucet
Fixing a dripping faucet, repairing a running toilet or checking outdoor hoses for slow leaks is one of the easiest ways to save both water and money.
—
Claire Marks, Austin American Statesman, 7 Jan. 2026
Like your faucet, Odame says vinegar is great in this room for removing water stains, mineral deposits, soap scum, and everyday buildup more effectively than many gentle cleaners to leave the room looking fresh and cared for with minimal effort.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 4 Jan. 2026
Let faucets drip slightly in extreme cold to avoid frozen pipes.
—Brendel Clark, Freep.com, 16 Dec. 2025
Be sure to protect outdoor faucets and drip water to help prevent ruptured pipes.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 12 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for faucet
Claire Marks, Austin American Statesman, 7 Jan. 2026
Like your faucet, Odame says vinegar is great in this room for removing water stains, mineral deposits, soap scum, and everyday buildup more effectively than many gentle cleaners to leave the room looking fresh and cared for with minimal effort.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 4 Jan. 2026
Let faucets drip slightly in extreme cold to avoid frozen pipes.
—Brendel Clark, Freep.com, 16 Dec. 2025
Be sure to protect outdoor faucets and drip water to help prevent ruptured pipes.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 12 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for faucet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for faucet
valve
Noun
-
The tent breaks down and stows away even more quickly, as several its multiple valves allow for fast deflation while also helping to prevent total failure in the case of a leak in one of the air frame segments.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Jan. 2026
-
To start, fill the bottom chamber, or a boiler, with room temperature water—careful not to overflow above the valve, which releases pressure.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
24 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Faucet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faucet. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
