How to Use lint in a Sentence

lint

noun
  • The clothes dryer was clogged with lint.
  • I always have lint in my pocket.
  • Be sure to clean the lint trap.
    — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Let sit for a minute and then wipe with a lint-free cloth.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Let sit for a minute and then wipe with a lint-free cloth.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
  • Let sit for a minute and then wipe with a lint-free cloth.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 19 June 2026
  • Use a wet towel to wipe away the lint.
    — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
  • Remove any lint or hair with a lint roller.
    — Lauren David, Southern Living, 19 June 2026
  • Remove any lint or hair with a lint roller.
    — Lauren David, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Washing the lint screen is easy, too.
    — Lauren David, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Washing the lint screen is easy, too.
    — Lauren David, Southern Living, 19 June 2026
  • The problem with this is that lint is flammable.
    — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Use lint-free cloths like microfiber.
    — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2025
  • Rinse well and dry with a lint-free microfiber cloth.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2025
  • Then buff the marks off using a dry, lint-free cloth.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
  • Then buff the marks off using a dry, lint-free cloth.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
  • Use a clothes shaver to lint roller to remove any pills that form.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Rinse the pan with water and dry it with a lint-free cloth.
    — Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 17 Jan. 2026
  • With a wet, soapy, lint-free cloth, wipe away dust or splatters.
    — Taysha Murtaugh, Country Living, 29 Mar. 2020
  • If the flap doesn’t sit flush when closed, clean away lint and debris.
    — Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2025
  • That could be due to a buildup of dust, dirt and lint on the filter.
    — Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 3 Sep. 2024
  • That could be caused by a buildup of dust, dirt and lint on the filter.
    — Cody Godwin, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Once finished, rinse the area clean and dry it with a lint-free cloth.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 17 May 2026
  • Paper towels leave a trail of lint and streaks.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
  • Locate the lint screen inside or clipped to the side.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026
  • So, the timing of lint buildup can depend on your vent.
    — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2025
  • Instead of reaching for a duster, try a lint roller.
    — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 11 Apr. 2026
  • Be cautious of items that are lint magnets.
    — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
  • After washing, wipe it down with a lint-free cloth.
    — Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 17 Jan. 2026
  • For secured filters, clean away the lint with a soft brush.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026

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