How to Use garnish in a Sentence

garnish

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  • Chocolate curls garnished the cake.
  • Stir briefly and garnish with a lemon peel.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2026
  • Serve garnished with fruit and pecans.
    — Faye Levy, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Of course, it should be garnished with fresh mint leaves.
    — Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Add more ice to form a dome on top, and garnish with the mint sprigs.
    — Washington Post, 2 May 2022
  • Serve over fresh ice and garnish with a slice of fresh truffle.
    — Louise Dixon, Chicago Tribune, 21 Dec. 2022
  • Remove from oven, and garnish with sage leaves.
    — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Each glass gets garnished with a bundle of grapes and a lime wheel.
    — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 27 Aug. 2025
  • Set the skewers on top and garnish with mint, cilantro, and lime.
    — Sally Pasley Vargas, BostonGlobe.com, 24 May 2022
  • Top the pork with the sauce and garnish with the lemon slices and parsley.
    — Michael A. Gardiner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2022
  • Then comes a pile of boneless slices of meat, garnished with more skin.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2024
  • The huevos rancheros are garnished with olive oil and cotija cheese.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Toss these into a salad or use them to garnish a soup or stew.
    — Lauren David, Washington Post, 11 Dec. 2023
  • Top with club soda and garnish with a cherry and a lemon twist.
    — Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 15 Nov. 2022
  • But don't just put it under a blazer or garnish it with a tie.
    — Maverick Li, Men's Health, 9 Jan. 2023
  • Top it off with Champagne and garnish with a lemon twist.
    — Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Feb. 2026
  • Fresh basil or parsley is garnished on top for a bright finish.
    — Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
  • Add a pop of color by garnishing it with lemon and lime slices.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
  • Add a pop of color by garnishing it with lemon and lime slices.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
  • Strain mocktail onto fresh ice and garnish with a lime wedge.
    — Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 5 Jan. 2023
  • Strain over fresh ice into a rocks glass and garnish with an orange peel.
    — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 26 Nov. 2022
  • Bake in the over for about 30 minutes and garnish with chives.
    — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 3 Feb. 2026
  • Be sure to garnish with fresh parsley for a restaurant-ready meal.
    — Brittany Natale, Redbook, 14 June 2023
  • Serve garnished with a drizzle of oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
    — Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
  • It’s garnished with star anise to add a nice little kick with every sip.
    — Christina Liao, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2023
  • Stir in the roasted meatballs and garnish with cilantro and lime juice.
    — Chris Morris, BostonGlobe.com, 3 Feb. 2023
  • Season with salt to taste and garnish with parsley.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Top your glass with sparkling water and garnish with a pretty bunch of sage leaves.
    — Gabrielle Nicole Pharms, Harper's BAZAAR, 8 July 2022
  • Cook, roast or garnish them with herbs and a bit of extra-virgin olive oil.
    — Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 2 Jan. 2023
  • Stir in the butter, garnish with the scallions, and serve over rice.
    — Southern Kitchen, USA TODAY, 1 Apr. 2022

garnish

2 of 2 noun
  • Add a fresh sprig as a garnish.
    — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 13 Apr. 2026
  • Cut a slit to use as a garnish and set aside.
    — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 9 June 2026
  • Save the stalks for soup and the fronds for garnish.
    — Tribune News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Chopped peanuts would make for a great garnish.
    — Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Add some flair with a mint, lemon or lime garnish.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Top with more crushed ice and garnish with basil leaves and jalapeño slices.
    — Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
  • The best part of the whole meal is all the fresh garnish, so don’t skimp.
    — Julia O'Malley, Anchorage Daily News, 16 Dec. 2022
  • Fill the rest of the glass with crushed ice and garnish with a mint sprig or two.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 6 June 2026
  • All that’s left to do is choose a pretty glass and a garnish!
    — Molly Allen, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2023
  • Skip the garnish or top with a sprig of fresh basil instead.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Aug. 2025
  • Serve with a dollop of crème fraîche and garnish with thyme leaves.
    — Odette Williams, WSJ, 31 Mar. 2023
  • The leaves or stems of the plant can be used for salads or garnish.
    — Chandra Fleming, Detroit Free Press, 1 Apr. 2023
  • Add your own flair and frills with garnishes.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Serve with a lemon garnish, croutons, or a sprig of fresh dill.
    — The Courier-Journal, 16 Jan. 2024
  • Top with granola, garnish with berries and mint.
    — Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Aug. 2025
  • Spread on cooled cake; garnish with sprinkles.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
  • Serve the soup hot with garnishes.
    — Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 23 Dec. 2025
  • The steak is brushed with a garnish of oil and spices, doused with tequila and set on fire.
    — Gabi De La Rosa, Chron, 9 Nov. 2022
  • Top with any other taco garnishes or serve it as is.
    — Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Raw turnips can also be grated and used as a garnish.
    — Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Just don’t forget to grab a few orange slices for a garnish.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
  • Chop up your kiwi to use as a garnish on your next bowl of oatmeal.
    — Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 26 Dec. 2025
  • Express an orange twist over the drink and drop it in as a garnish.
    — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 9 June 2026
  • Reserve some of those fresh berries to make a simple garnish.
    — Jenna Anderson, Sunset Magazine, 20 Feb. 2024
  • Grill citrus wheels on both sides for a neat cocktail garnish.
    — Mackensy Lunsford, USA TODAY, 27 May 2022
  • Sauces and garnishes cannot be added to meats after they are turned in.
    — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Strain up into a coupe or cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon peel.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
  • Strain up into a coupe or cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon peel.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2025
  • Strain into a pre-chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon peel.
    — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 21 June 2023
  • Drizzle sauce over rice and garnish with fresh cilantro and black pepper.
    — Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 30 Jan. 2024

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