How to Use solid in a Sentence

solid

1 of 3 adjective

• The pond was frozen solid.
• The ring is solid gold.
• I was glad to get off the plane and back on solid ground.
• When ice melts, it passes from a solid to a liquid form.
• I prefer solid colors like blue or green instead of plaids and stripes.
• Concrete is a solid material.
• I was on a liquid diet when I was sick because I couldn't digest solid food.
• The Eagles are a solid pick to get back to the Super Bowl.
  — Jeremy Cluff, The Arizona Republic, 2 Sep. 2023
• The single takes the lead in its 17th week, after eight solid weeks in the top 10.
  — Pamela Bustios, Billboard, 27 Dec. 2023
• But solid might not be enough to compete for the title.
  — Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 1 Mar. 2024
• The musician went for solid cream pants to pair with his black-and-white tee.
  — Liza Esquibias, Peoplemag, 27 July 2023
• This porch swing has a solid iron frame and comes with two heavy-duty steel chains to hold up the sides.
  — Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2024
• The wide base of this screen proved to be solid and steady during testing.
  — L.a. Hubilla, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2023
• The alarm comes with a solid brass keychain to clip onto your key ring or bag.
  — Jessica Comstock, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2023
• The film enjoyed a solid run on Netflix and is now back on offer.
  — Patrick Frater, Variety, 11 Mar. 2024
• Many of these songs were complete or at least a solid concepts for songs.
  — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 14 Mar. 2024
• But, and that’s not to say that banks haven’t failed, but the system as a whole has remained fairly solid.
  — Quartz Staff, Quartz, 23 May 2023
• Built on a frame of solid wood, the filling has a pocket spring and foam for comfort and support.
  — Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2023
• Battery life is solid, with up to 12 hours of playtime per charge.
  — Tim Chan, Variety, 28 May 2023
• Clouse released and made a solid hit behind the shoulder.
  — Outdoor Life, 22 Nov. 2023
• Any griller worth their tongs needs a solid knife to slice their meats, and Vanover swears the Butcher Knife by Cutco is, well, a cut above.
  — Sarah Grossbart, wsj.com, 11 Sep. 2023
• Aaron Nola and Zack Wheeler will start the first two games, giving the Phillies a solid shot at a sweep.
  — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2023
• In medicine, the word is still used for a solid mass made from mineral salts that can form in organs or ducts.
  — Weike Wang, The New Yorker, 27 July 2023
• The tank is so large that, as it was lowered, there was less than an inch of space between it and the solid rocket boosters.
  — Rong-Gong Lin Ii, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2024
• The ground game was just as solid for the Colonels against the Pioneers with 232 total yards and 4 rushing touchdowns.
  — Alex Harrison, The Enquirer, 2 Sep. 2023
• The set has a double-wall design that aids in keeping your ice solid and bottles chilled even with the lid off.
  — Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2023
• The nightcap of day 1 of the Mullins Tournament – named in honor of Doug Mullins, a former coach at both schools – should be a solid matchup.
  — Matt Doherty, BostonGlobe.com, 25 May 2023
• The left side of the design features a North Star on a navy blue background resembling the state’s K-shape, while the right side is a solid light blue.
  — Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Dec. 2023
• The top is available in solid colors and animal print, too, in sizes S-XXL.
  — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 13 Sep. 2023
• The defense, anchored by a three-time NFL defensive player of the year, is a solid if not elite group.
  — Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2024

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solid

2 of 3 noun

• She couldn't eat solids after the surgery.
• The milk solids at the bottom of the pan are turning brown.
  — New York Times, 17 Nov. 2023
• Strain out the solids, then stir in the bourbon and lemon juice.
  — Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 12 July 2023
• Don’t forget to mix in some solids to give the eye a rest.
  — Gina Mayfield, Dallas News, 17 Aug. 2023
• The solids are bitter, while the butter is smooth and creamy.
  — Melissa Clark, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2020
• Add the pork chops and turn to evenly coat, spooning the solids on top of the meat.
  — Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2019
• Remove the pork from the marinade, brushing off the solids, and place the chops on the hot grill.
  — Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2019
• Strain out the solids, and chill for at least 6 hours, until very cold.
  — Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2024
• Mix and match the pieces with solids for a more subtle effect.
  — Caitlin King, The Seattle Times, 1 Oct. 2018
• Keep scrolling and check out stripes, solids, and more polo shirts.
  — Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 18 Mar. 2023
• Pour the mixture through a mesh sieve, pressing the solids to get the last of the juice out, into a clean saucepan.
  — Julia O'Malley, Anchorage Daily News, 20 Apr. 2023
• The landmark system removed 95% of the bacteria from the city’s sewage and 90% of the solids.
  — Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2024
• This means that in contrast to liquids and solids, the volume of a gas is not fixed.
  — Svenja Lohner, Scientific American, 13 June 2019
• Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a medium bowl to remove the solids.
  — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 13 July 2023
• Set the pan aside to stand, undisturbed, for about 5 minutes so the solids settle to the bottom.
  — Kathy Mooreand, Kansas City Star, 30 Jan. 2024
• Using a slotted spoon, skim the solids from the top of the container and discard.
  — San Antonio Express-News, 3 July 2018
• Keep in Mind The lemonade print might be too bold for those who prefer solids.
  — Erica Reagle, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2023
• Condensed matter physics is the study of liquids and solids.
  — New York Times, 11 May 2018
• Brush the steak with a little oil from the anchovy mixture (avoid any solids at this point).
  — Stacy Adimando, Saveur, 28 May 2019
• Yet the references and solids called in can only go so far.
  — Gabe Lacques, USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2023
• The kinds of solids that are present in the whiskeys contribute to the webby pattern left behind.
  — Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 2 Oct. 2023
• Strain the broth through a sieve lined with 2 layers of 100% cotton cheesecloth and discard the solids.
  — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2023
• The coffee dissolves: There are solids and gases and oils that all end up in your cup.
  — Michael Calore, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2023
• The first digit refers to the level of protection against solids like dust, dirt, or tools.
  — Jessica Comstock, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2023
• Switch Up Solids Starting solids can be a bit of a shock to your baby's tummy.
  — Tina Donvito, Parents, 29 Sep. 2023
• Don’t pay those any mind, and instead, head straight to the solids; the adjustable silk-and-wool style comes in charcoal, heather gray, navy, and ivory.
  — Tiffany Yannetta, GQ, 19 Mar. 2018
• Be sure to strain out the solids before using — feel free to mix and match garlic, onions and shallots.
  — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 16 June 2023
• If stripes aren’t your thing, there are all kinds of solids to choose from, ranging from a soft, rosy pink to a vivid orange.
  — Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2023
• Any remaining liquid flows outward to the edge to fill in the gaps, dragging those solids with it.
  — Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 26 Oct. 2019
• Rag & Bone Bardot stripe tee Trade your solids for stripes with an easy neutral pullover.
  — Porter Simmons, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2023

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solid

3 of 3 adverb

• It is now booked solid for at least the next four weeks.
  — Carolyn Jung, SFChronicle.com, 15 Oct. 2020
• Just look at my calendar—-I’m booked solid for the next three months.
  — Kris Putnam-Walkerly, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2021
• The glass is packed solid with crushed ice, and this makes the mighty maitai profitable.
  — Stanton Delaplane, San Francisco Chronicle, 9 May 2018
• Much of the trash high on the peak—old ropes or other gear—is frozen solid into the mountain.
  — Alan Arnette, Outside Online, 13 Apr. 2018
• Ethan Cole plays solid in the net for the Blue Devils, whose own goal decides the loss to Stevenson.
  — Bobby Narang, Chicago Tribune, 16 Sep. 2022
• Dice the stalks, freeze the pieces solid on a baking sheet, then pack into freezer bags.
  — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 16 June 2021
• The XPS 13 is a small, sleek, very solid-feeling laptop with a bright screen and very narrow bezels.
  — Jim Salter, Ars Technica, 2 June 2020
• Braden Smith had some trouble with the quickness of Tyquan Lewis, but the big right tackle gave up zero sacks in 2020 and should be rock-solid again.
  — Joel A. Erickson, The Indianapolis Star, 27 Aug. 2021
• Things aren't quite as rock-solid over in Riley and Maurissa's room.
  — Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 6 Oct. 2021
• At the 30-second mark, a solid-looking wave came Slater’s way at Backdoor, a right-breaking wave.
  — Bruce Jenkins, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 Feb. 2022
• Currently, the residence is booked solid through May and the listing has been removed from the site.
  — Perri Ormont Blumberg, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2018
• The defense played solid for most of the game, allowing just 10 points until the final quarter.
  — Erick Smith, USA TODAY, 15 Nov. 2021
• Reservations are booked solid more than a month in advance.
  — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Aug. 2022
• This rack is absolutely rock-solid when attached to the hitch and the bikes mount easily and quickly.
  — Lindsey Greenfeld, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2022
• Across her 10-acre farm in Seguin, the many llamas short and tall, brown and white, spotted and solid poke their long woolly necks over farm fences and barn gates, each with its own tale of kindness.
  — René A. Guzman, San Antonio Express-News, 11 Feb. 2021
• Six months later, Sacks is booked solid until April 2023 and has a waitlist that stretches into the hundreds.
  — Mattie Kahn, Town & Country, 9 Aug. 2022
• Using small, solid-faced paddles, players hit a hollow plastic ball with holes in it over a net on a badminton-sized court.
  — Ella Feldman, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Oct. 2022
• If your relationship is rock-solid, then these witty insults will give him a good laugh.
  — Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 8 Aug. 2022
• Aiden is rock-solid, cranking out miles and consistently having a good time.
  — Maggie Slepian, Outside Online, 1 Apr. 2021
• In the first quarter, the Ravens’ special teams, rock-solid all year on kickoff coverage, gave up a 66-yard return to running back Tony Pollard.
  — Jonas Shaffer, baltimoresun.com, 8 Dec. 2020
• Manchester, which lost 9-1 to Hawaii in its opening game Thursday, looked solid early on.
  — Lori Riley, courant.com, 21 Aug. 2021
• Then Paul was playing solid in Game 5 until Wesley Matthews' boxout in the third quarter left him reaching for that shoulder and laying on the court in pain.
  — Duane Rankin, The Arizona Republic, 4 June 2021
• For three quarters, the Warriors played solid offensively, taking a 92-80 lead into the fourth.
  — Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY, 5 June 2022
• The home’s foundation is rock solid, built on a series of 39-foot pilings, rebar and a concrete substructure.
  — David Lyons, Sun-Sentinel.com, 18 June 2018
• The Woods duo looked solid early on, beginning with a birdie on Hole 1 led by Charlie's impressive swing and Tiger's masterful putting.
  — Lindsay Kimble, PEOPLE.com, 18 Dec. 2021
• Statistically, Michigan State’s running game has been solid, ranking fifth in the Big Ten with 181.6 yards per game.
  — Luke Srodulski, ajc, 12 Oct. 2017
• Naturally, this home is booked solid until May (at the time this article was written).
  — Andrea Romano, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2021
• Disney theme parks in Orlando are booked solid next Monday through Thursday.
  — John Bacon, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2021
• But demand for labor remains rock solid, providing skilled workers a good bit of leverage.
  — Matthew Boyle, BostonGlobe.com, 17 Aug. 2022
• The pipes, played with four mallets by Sam Bacco, add their own timbre, less solid-sounding than other percussion, and contributed to the work’s energy.
  — Matthew J. Palm, orlandosentinel.com, 21 Mar. 2021

Last Updated: 6 May 2024