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Recent Examples of lint
So in practical terms, a HEPA filter will catch pollen, lint, mold spores, automobile exhaust and insecticide dust.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
The scented dryer ball set is designed to soften, scent, and dry fabrics in less time, while eliminating lint and static.
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Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2026
The good news is that the area under the lint trap requires less frequent cleaning than the lint trap itself.
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Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Mar. 2026
And don’t forget to care for your dryer, paying particular attention to clearing the vent and ducts of lint.
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The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
The scented dryer ball set is designed to soften, scent, and dry fabrics in less time, while eliminating lint and static.
—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2026
The good news is that the area under the lint trap requires less frequent cleaning than the lint trap itself.
—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Mar. 2026
And don’t forget to care for your dryer, paying particular attention to clearing the vent and ducts of lint.
—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for lint
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lint
Noun
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The minks were also introduced to Britain for their fur.
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Don't rule out a snake bite if there aren't any obvious bite marks—especially if your dog has long or thick fur.
Noun
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Remove brush, leaf, and firewood piles that provide shelter to animals and attract fleas.
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Instead, the pile keeps growing and the mornings keep getting harder.
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“Lint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lint. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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