sheeting

present participle of sheet

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of sheeting The skies opened into sheeting rain as the minister gave his greeting; this was followed by thunder and an explosion of lightning. Ann Patchett, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sheeting
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Verb
  • The set comes with three extra-virgin olive oils—one for sizzling, one for frying, and one for finishing—plus a sizzle spray for even coating.
    Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Exposing them to broiler temperatures can cause warping, coating breakdown, and even safety hazards if the surface starts to flake.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Gibson recalls how the original idea was to create a pre-colonial film or series first, covering different narratives about largely obscure figures from across Africa.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2025
  • Jacoby Easter led the team with 47 rushing yards, while Portley finished with three touchdowns on just three carries covering nine yards.
    Jordan Neal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Oct. 2025

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“Sheeting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sheeting. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.

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