sill

noun

Definition of sillnext
as in beam

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Recent Examples of sill To avoid burnout, only tackle one room of windows per cleaning session, wiping down the glass, sills, and shades in each space. — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2026 The California Energy Commission, which tracks fuel inventory, said the state’s current jet fuel stock is sill sufficient. — Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2026 Consider using Cambria as window-sill cladding, shelving for a wet bar, or even as focal-point wall installations that serve as artwork in their own right. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026 Extended satin carbon fiber sill finishers are hand-signed by Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, and a track record plaque mounted in the luggage compartment lists McLaren’s race wins, pole positions, and fastest laps from the 2025 Formula 1 season. — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sill
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sill
  1. beam
  2. wood
  3. brace
  4. pile
  5. splint
  6. stake
  7. stick
  8. post
Noun
  • Also present in the wood panelling inside the wall is a hand sticking out of a beam.
    — Arushi Jacob, Variety, 3 July 2026
  • In the evening, the Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks show will draw thousands of eyes upward as 85,000 shells are launched from six barges and a laser show beams up from the Brooklyn Bridge.
    — Anthony Izaguirre, Fortune, 2 July 2026
Definition of beam
Noun
  • The design is beachy but modern with wood paneling painted a deep blue, colorful coastal art, leather furniture, raffia accents, and Molton Brown amenities.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026
  • On streams and creeks, wood laydowns are prime locations to find oversized ’gills, as the branches attract baitfish and other forage, and the structure creates a soft spot on the downstream side of the laydown.
    — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 9 July 2026
Definition of wood
Noun
  • As he was wheeled away to a waiting ambulance, Gil wore an oxygen mask and neck brace, and his face showed bruising.
    — Mery Mogollón, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • Messi kicked off the tournament with a hat trick in Argentina’s opener against Algeria, followed that with a brace against Austria and then came off the bench to score his sixth goal against Jordan with a sublime free kick.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
Definition of brace
Noun
  • Baby Boomers, meanwhile, are armed with piles of cash and plenty of time, giving them more flexibility for travel.
    — Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 6 July 2026
  • As her daughter sweeps away the last piles of sand, 54-year-old Nuru Mohammed directs women hanging fishing nets to serve as décor.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 July 2026
Definition of pile
Noun
  • Carlos Hernández, director of LayerLab, helped organize a nationwide effort to produce splints and immobilizers after the earthquakes.
    — Tibisay Zea, Christian Science Monitor, 30 June 2026
  • The splint came off around day five, which was both exciting and nerve-wracking.
    — Victoria Oliva, Allure, 23 June 2026
Definition of splint
Noun
  • OpenAI has reportedly floated an offer to give the federal government a 5 percent ownership stake in the company.
    — James Broughel, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • The Coast Guard emphasized the high-stakes rescue serves as a powerful reminder of why its crews train constantly and remain ready to respond at any hour of the day or night.
    — Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of stake
Noun
  • The waterproof vinyl material can handle bathroom conditions, with easy peel-and-stick installation.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 6 July 2026
  • Place a stick or two of chalk in a drawer or toolbox to maximize its effectiveness and keep your items free from rust damage.
    — Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 5 July 2026
Definition of stick
Noun
  • Manager Tony Vitello addressed the posts on KNBR Thursday morning and again while meeting with the media before Thursday’s game.
    — Christian Babcock, Mercury News, 10 July 2026
  • An officer saw the vehicle pull into a garage at a residence in the 100 block of Southwest 10th Street, the post said.
    — Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
Definition of post

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“Sill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sill. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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