How to Use measuring cup in a Sentence

measuring cup

noun
  • The judges still take a dollop out of his measuring cup and mixing bowl.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Pour the pan juices into a measuring cup, scraping up any bits of fond on the pan.
    — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025
  • If the ranch in the measuring cup is too thick, add a little bit of water to loosen it.
    — Emily Weinstein, Twin Cities, 4 June 2026
  • The lid cover also serves as a measuring cup.
    — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
  • Pour through a fine mesh strainer into a large measuring cup or bowl, and discard green chiles.
    — Ivy Odom, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
  • Pour braising liquid through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl or measuring cup.
    — Liz Mervosh, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
  • Use the bottom of a heavy glass or measuring cup to smash radishes to about 1/2-inch thickness.
    — Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2025
  • Pour chicken stock through a fine mesh strainer into a heatproof measuring cup to yield 6 cups; set aside.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
  • To prevent dense, dry batter, spoon the flour into the measuring cup before leveling it off with a knife.
    — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Don’t forget to add The Laundress’ handy laundry measuring cup to cart.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Plus, the mixer’s plug and attachments fit into a storage base that doubles as a measuring cup.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Use the bottom of a heavy glass or measuring cup to smash sprouts, without breaking them, to about 1/2-inch thickness.
    — Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2025
  • Use the bottom of a heavy glass or measuring cup to smash squash pieces, without breaking them, to about 1/2-inch thickness.
    — Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Dec. 2025
  • The pitcher doubles as both a measuring cup for your liquid and a storage container for your finished milk.
    — Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Add enough additional broth to the drippings in the measuring cup to make 2 cups total liquid.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025
  • This measuring cup with a bright red handle is crafted with an easy-pour angled spout and a multitude of markings for cups, ounces, and milliliters.
    — Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
  • Use the bottom of a heavy glass or measuring cup to smash carrots, without breaking them, to about 1/2-inch thickness.
    — Madalyn Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2025
  • Use the bottom of a heavy glass or measuring cup to smash potatoes, without breaking them, to about 1/2-inch thickness.
    — Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Nov. 2025
  • Just remember to spoon it into the measuring cup (L); then level it with the back of a butter knife (R).
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Using a #16 cookie scoop or ¼-cup measuring cup and working one at a time, scoop out dough into portions and roll into smooth balls.
    — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Feb. 2026
  • When bacon is done, carefully pour drippings into a measuring cup (do not wipe out pan); add enough oil to drippings to equal 1/2 cup.
    — Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
  • In addition to the non-stick bread pan, other accessories include 2 knead blades, a measuring cup/spoon, and a knead blade removal tool.
    — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
  • Whisk lemon juice, rice vinegar, avocado oil, honey, salt and pepper in a measuring cup, then pour dressing over vegetables and toss well.
    — Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 8 Apr. 2026
  • Whisk lemon juice, rice vinegar, avocado oil, honey, salt and pepper in a measuring cup, then pour dressing over vegetables and toss well.
    — Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Bissell stresses that consumers should not dispose of the machine, water tank cap, and measuring cup of cleaners, as those parts are not affected.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Use the flat bottom of a 1-cup measuring cup to press down firmly and spread the crumb mixture evenly, tamping and pressing out starting from the center.
    — Justin Burke, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
  • But this adjustable Oxo measuring cup will save you time that would otherwise be spent scraping every last bit of peanut butter from the measuring cup.
    — Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
  • For instance, provide them with a measuring cup to scoop out a serving of cereal or an appropriately-sized spoon to add potatoes to their plate.
    — Sally Kuzemchak, Parents, 7 Mar. 2026
  • But this adjustable Oxo measuring cup will save you time that would otherwise be spent scraping every last bit of peanut butter from the measuring cup.
    — Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 26 June 2026
  • Use the bottom of a heavy glass or measuring cup to smash cauliflower, without breaking florets, to about 1/2-inch thickness.
    — Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2025

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