How to Use half-moon in a Sentence

half-moon

noun
  • No messy egg half-moons in sight.
    — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 16 Mar. 2026
  • The daybed features a stylish half-moon frame with lots of space to sprawl.
    — Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Nov. 2023
  • This half-moon shoulder bag is my leather go-to for the summer.
    — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2024
  • Next, thinly slice one lime and cut each slice in half to create half-moon pieces.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2023
  • Fold dough in half, pressing edges together to make a half-moon shape.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2023
  • Employ your chef’s knife again to slice the squash into 1-inch wide half-moons or wedges.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2024
  • They were ringed by a half-moon of reporters, all silent, all holding pens over notebooks.
    — Elizabeth Lopatto, The Verge, 3 Nov. 2023
  • Add a splash of color to your manicure with a half-moon design.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
  • The mat is available in two different sizes, as well as a half-moon version.
    — Lee Alisha Williams, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2024
  • The mat is available in two different sizes, as well as a half-moon version.
    — Lee Alisha Williams, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2024
  • Both have good beans, melted cheese that span half-moon chips chips alongside scoops of guacamole and sour cream.
    — Nick Rallo, Dallas News, 14 June 2023
  • The numbers are surrounded by flaming hearts, swords and half-moon shapes on both sides.
    — Lizzie Hyman, Peoplemag, 26 June 2024
  • Fold the pasta over the filling to form half-moon shapes and press the edges together with a fork.
    — Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Once cool enough to handle, carefully slice the squash into ½-inch-thick half-moons.
    — The View, ABC News, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Carefully fold the dough in half, pressing the edges together to make a half-moon shape.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2023
  • This clever piece adds storage without taking up too much space, thanks to its half-moon design that sits flush against a wall.
    — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Use water to wet the area surrounding the mixture, then press the wrapper closed to make a half-moon shape.
    — Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 5 June 2024
  • Try a few stretches, like chair pose or standing crescent half-moon pose, to counter the effects of sitting.
    — Melanie Mannarino, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Geometric half-moon feet give the classic shape a thoughtful finish.
    — Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2024
  • My brother herds me up to a half-moon granite desk beside a gurgling fountain, our steps echoing.
    — Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 17 Mar. 2025
  • This console table is great for smaller spaces, thanks to its half-moon design and storage shelves.
    — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
  • In terms of other accessories, Sweeney wore a pair of half-moon earrings and a couple of gold rings.
    — Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 15 Mar. 2025
  • For a broad forehead, apply in a half-moon shape along the top of the forehead and work the product into your hairline.
    — Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 3 Apr. 2025
  • This look features blue metallic half-moons on a sheer nude base, creating an eye-catching contrast.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
  • Add a pop of color to a simple manicure by creating a half-moon design.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
  • Slice the squash into half-moons, approximately ¼ inch thick.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Oct. 2023
  • Subvert the style by leaving the cuticle-adjacent half-moons blank.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
  • On our final day, the wind is quiet and the clouds break to reveal a cornflower-blue sky and a lingering half-moon.
    — Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2026
  • The dancers perform their duet on an elevated half-moon platform that frames the musicians.
    — Sean Erwin, Miami Herald, 22 Jan. 2025
  • The lunula, the visible white half-moon area on every nail, can be a great feature to highlight in shorter nail designs.
    — Georgia Day, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026

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