How to Use air-dry in a Sentence

air-dry

adjective
  • Hang in a shady spot away from the sun to air-dry.
    — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
  • The air-dry cream is even better.
    — Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Yes, it is preferred to air-dry your sheets.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Yes, it is preferred to air-dry your sheets.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
  • Yes, it is preferred to air-dry your sheets.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2025
  • Dark fabrics can fade if left to air-dry in the sun.
    — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2025
  • Our testers even reached for it on air-dry days to add texture and shine.
    — Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Set aside and allow to air-dry fully for a few hours.
    — Staff Author, Martha Stewart, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Remove the clothes from the dryer and hang them to air-dry.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2025
  • Some blankets can be machine dried, but many need to air-dry.
    — Kate McGregor, House Beautiful, 18 July 2023
  • When in doubt, air-dry the blanket to avoid heat damage.
    — Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 2 Jan. 2026
  • Wash, then air-dry to prevent shrinkage.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Hair in various stages of air-dry, not a glossy hot-roller curl for miles.
    — Maura Judkis, Washington Post, 8 Sep. 2023
  • Allow it to air-dry away from direct sunlight or heat sources.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
  • Always air-dry liners rather than putting them in the dryer.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Always air-dry liners rather than putting them in the dryer.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Allow the chair to air-dry away from direct heat or sunlight.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Allow the floor to air-dry, using a clean cloth to dry any puddles.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Duwaji and Geldof both air-dry their hair, and styling is a breeze, too.
    — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 13 Nov. 2025
  • Rinse well, air-dry fully, and store rolled and dry during winter.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Broadly speaking, the best way to dry your wool socks is to air-dry them inside-out.
    — Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Let gloves air-dry naturally, away from heat sources.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Or, let air-dry with a scrunch of mousse that plays up your hair’s natural texture.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 9 June 2026
  • Think of it like letting your hair air-dry for a while, then blasting it with a hair dryer.
    — Matt Simon, WIRED, 23 Aug. 2023
  • Since pure silk can get weaker from rough wash and dry cycles, your best bet is to hand wash and air-dry.
    — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Then allow them to air-dry completely.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Dec. 2025
  • Dry Allow the garment to air-dry on the drying rack.
    — Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Rinse the liner with clean water and allow it to fully air-dry.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Rinse the liner with clean water and allow it to fully air-dry.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Allow the garment to air-dry on a flat surface or hang it to dry on a garment rack.
    — Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025

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