How to Use peppermint in a Sentence

peppermint

noun
  • And there the moon-bird rests from his flight To cool in the peppermint wind.
    Jay Caspian Kang, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2022
  • Plus, the outside of the jar looks like peppermint candy.
    Lauren Taylor, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Dec. 2022
  • Then cozy up by the fire pit to roast s'mores and drink peppermint schnapps hot chocolate.
    Leena Kim, Town & Country, 7 Nov. 2022
  • Pair with a pumpkin velouté soup or with peppermint crisp ice cream dessert.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2023
  • Many, like peppermint and/or cedar oil, have not gotten the EPA’s seal of approval.
    Julia Ries, SELF, 30 June 2023
  • In a blender, combine the ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, and Junior Mints.
    Sydney Odman, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Oct. 2022
  • Cons The minty cooling effect from the peppermint oil may leave your lips feeling too cold in the winter months.
    Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 13 Oct. 2023
  • Keep in Mind This body wash contains tea tree oil and peppermint, which can cause your skin to feel tingly after use.
    Sherri Gordon, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2024
  • Away from the shoppers with their peppermint lattes oblivious to the dark red abyss at their feet.
    Jay Kirk, New York Times, 20 Apr. 2023
  • The oil is flavored with peppermint oil and offers a touch of sweetness with stevia.
    Rory Douglas, Discover Magazine, 9 Dec. 2022
  • The second design, dubbed peppermint mocha, was inspired by the festive Starbucks drink of the same name.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 6 Dec. 2023
  • Plus, stinky foot odor will be replaced with the clean and fresh scent of eucalyptus and peppermint.
    Sherri Gordon, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2024
  • The red-and-white-striped jar is bursting with notes of peppermint, sugar cookie, and vanilla.
    Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 13 Sep. 2023
  • On the way out, Kate took a pocketful of cheap peppermint candies from the bowl by the register and crunched through them on the drive home, the windows open to the swimmy dark.
    Emma Cline, The New Yorker, 23 Oct. 2023
  • Orange zest, amber, and of course, green tea are on the notes list but they are joined by peppermint for a refreshing feeling on the skin.
    Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Trade your java for a cup of green, ginger, or peppermint tea at least for the time being, which will help soothe your stomach.
    Andi Breitowich, Women's Health, 1 Mar. 2023
  • There is tea tree, peppermint, rosemary, zinc, carrot, and wheat germ oils.
    Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 19 Dec. 2022
  • Features peppermint vodka, clear Creme de Cacao and a splash of cream.
    Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 9 Dec. 2022
  • York Peppermint Patties The classic peppermint patties by York launched in 1940 and ushered in the new year in a chilly way.
    Sydney Borchers, Fox News, 4 Nov. 2023
  • Cons The addition of peppermint oil may be a bit too strong for anyone with sensitive noses or scalps.
    Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2023
  • Add vanilla and peppermint extracts and mix to combine.
    Aleksandra Crapanzano, WSJ, 6 Dec. 2023
  • Invite friends over to craft fresh holiday decor out of peppermint sticks and candy canes.
    Julia Ludlam, Country Living, 1 Dec. 2022
  • Packaged in a reusable tin, this dessert is made with white and dark chocolate and topped with crushed peppermint candy.
    Lydia Mansel, Peoplemag, 17 Dec. 2022
  • Each is also organic and infused with peppermint and spearmint leaf, which is a nice touch.
    Brittany Natale, Redbook, 24 July 2023
  • After half of the sugar (4 tablespoons) is added, add the peppermint extract.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 10 Dec. 2022
  • For the full festive flair, it’s finished with peppermint chocolate cream cold foam and sprinkled with chocolate curls.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 19 Dec. 2023
  • Catering4Youth will have items like Cupcake in a Jar, peppermint bark and holiday fudge, and gourmet chocolate dipped pretzels.
    Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Oct. 2022
  • What would that mean, anyway—pine needles, peppermint, reindeer dung and cheer?
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 18 Dec. 2022
  • Both ginger and peppermint have been found to help bloating—and conveniently come in tea form.
    Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 17 Oct. 2023
  • Put your sniffer to the test with this silly game, which features all sorts of holiday scents like peppermint, pine, nutmeg, and more.
    Jessica Leigh Mattern, Country Living, 30 Nov. 2022

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