How to Use nylon in a Sentence

nylon

noun
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  • The rope is made of nylon.
  • The nylon buffered the cool desert breeze and my down bag was cozy and warm.
    — Alli Harvey, Anchorage Daily News, 11 Mar. 2023
  • The heel and toes are reinforced with nylon to extend the life of the socks.
    — Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 7 Aug. 2023
  • One by one, the players climbed the ladder and snipped a piece of nylon.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2023
  • Scrub with a nylon-bristle brush in the direction of the boards.
    — Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 31 Mar. 2023
  • Go for the Gucci with a G-Frame piece with a striped nylon wrap strap.
    — Leena Kim, Town & Country, 9 Dec. 2022
  • To help keep you cool, there are breathable mesh screens on the sides of the hat, and the hat is made from lightweight nylon.
    — Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2023
  • At night the flies sounded like rain on our two nylon tents.
    — Tom Hinman, Outdoor Life, 8 May 2024
  • The Row sheer sock nylon flats Vogue Shopping The insider’s guide to what to shop and how to wear it.
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 13 Feb. 2024
  • It’s made from a blend of silky nylon, stretchy spandex, and breathable polyester, which gives it a soft-to-the-touch feel.
    — Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 22 Jan. 2024
  • The one-piece is made of a nylon and spandex blend that's breathable and cooling.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE.com, 7 June 2022
  • This all-in-one set includes a net, four rackets, and two nylon birdies.
    — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2024
  • What to Consider: The straps are made of nylon and may feel rough while breaking in.
    — Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2023
  • Think of the pins as marionettes with nylon cords attached to their heads.
    — David Wharton, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2023
  • The pants are made with a nylon and spandex blend that offers plenty of stretch.
    — Gabriella Maestri, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2024
  • Switch to a nylon scrub brush to deal with any stubborn areas.
    — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2024
  • Now, the only fluttering is the sound of nylon tent flaps.
    — Ghada Abdulfattah, The Christian Science Monitor, 5 June 2024
  • It is made only of nylon, which is durable and quick drying.
    — Meg Carney, Field & Stream, 3 May 2023
  • For a grill brush that won’t damage your grill, nylon is a great option.
    — Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2023
  • The fabric is a lightweight mix of nylon, viscose, and polyester that shouldn’t be put in the dryer.
    — Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 13 Aug. 2024
  • The sets are made with a nylon, spandex and a polyester mix fabric in three sizes: small, medium and large.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2022
  • Many of the victims were found dead days later, with nylon stockings or the belts of bathrobes tied around their necks in a bow.
    — Brittany Bowker, BostonGlobe.com, 17 Mar. 2023
  • Keep in mind that flexible nylon belts may fray faster and not last as long as a leather belt.
    — Tiffany Ayuda, SELF, 20 Mar. 2023
  • Made from 100% nylon, the inside is lined to ensure comfort (and warmth) with wear.
    — Kristina Rutkowski, wsj.com, 20 Oct. 2023
  • This lighter take on the garment, made of thinner ribbed nylon, may be a good option.
    — Kayla Blanton, Peoplemag, 6 Jan. 2024
  • It is made with nylon and elastane, which are stretchy and breathable.
    — Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 28 Mar. 2023
  • Made mostly of nylon and a bit of spandex for stretch, the set comes with a short-sleeve crop top and high-waisted shorts.
    — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 30 Aug. 2022
  • The chair folds flat and is made with a breathable nylon mesh to keep limbs cool while stationary.
    — Adrienne Jordan, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 July 2024
  • Best of all, it can be used on extensions as well as medium to thick and long hair, since its bristle and nylon point tip blend detangles and spreads out oils, serving as your grease and frizz shield.
    — Chelsea Avila, Allure, 19 Oct. 2024
  • Plus, it’s made of an antibacterial, spill-proof nylon lining.
    — Kayla Becker, Glamour, 22 Oct. 2024

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