How to Use olefin in a Sentence

olefin

noun
  • This, in turn, is then converted to methanol and then finally to olefins.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2026
  • Thanks to its low production costs, olefin is a budget-friendly type of carpet.
    — Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2022
  • They’re made with a blend that includes olefin, a durable yet lightweight synthetic fiber that pulls moisture away from your skin.
    — Christa Sgobba, Glamour, 31 Mar. 2026
  • The removable cover is made of nylon, polyester, and olefin and is machine washable.
    — Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 9 May 2022
  • The cushions have a foam core with a soft polyester layer and are wrapped in olefin fabric, which is fade-resistant and easy to clean.
    — Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2023
  • Most outdoor rugs are made with synthetic fibers like polypropylene, olefin or polyester, which tend to be more durable than natural fibers.
    — Amanda Constantine, Good Housekeeping, 31 Mar. 2023
  • Blue olefin cushions are UV-treated and water- and mildew-resistant.
    — Kathy Passero, al, 15 May 2020
  • Nylon is the most popular synthetic fiber, followed by olefin, polypropylene and polyester.
    — Laura Daily, Washington Post, 6 June 2023
  • There are also plastics, largely made from chemicals like olefins that come from breaking of crude oil molecules.
    — Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
  • Always read the care label to be sure that the outer fabric, which can be a natural or synthetic fiber like olefin, is washable.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 14 Jan. 2026
  • The least durable type of carpet tends to be olefin, which is a less expensive but mildew-resistant polypropylene material.
    — Kat De Naoum, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2022
  • The least durable type of carpet tends to be olefin, which is a less expensive but mildew-resistant polypropylene material.
    — Kat De Naoum, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2022
  • Online reviewers found set-up to be much easier than expected and loved how comfy the olefin fabric was on the sofa.
    — Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 13 May 2022
  • Wu said the joint venture has secured long-term purchase contracts from Chinese companies that convert methanol into olefins.
    — Hal Bernton, The Seattle Times, 5 July 2017
  • It’s constructed from nylon and olefin with a latex backing and features a grippy back that keeps it in place without the additional need for a rug pad or rug tape.
    — Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 7 Nov. 2023
  • Know Your Carpet Type Vinegar works for most synthetic carpets like nylon, polyester and olefin.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
  • The cushions are covered in olefin fabric, a performance material that's resistant to fading, stains, and mildew.
    — Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 7 May 2025
  • Then there are the toe and heel portions, which are lightly padded with polyester-olefin nanofibers that grip the inside of your shoe to prevent your foot from moving around and thus reduce the chance of friction blisters.
    — Ariella Gintzler, Outside Online, 27 May 2022
  • This high-end egg chair features a cushion covered in Sunbrella fabric, which is better suited to outdoor conditions than polyester or olefin.
    — Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 29 July 2022
  • The canopy, which operates on a crank lift system, is made from a sustainable olefin fabric that’s weather-resistant and helps block out the sun’s UV rays.
    — Lindsay Boyers, Forbes, 27 May 2021
  • Additionally, the cushions are covered in olefin fabric—a sturdy performance fabric that is resistant to fading, stains, and mildew.
    — Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2024
  • The Houston alkylation unit upgrades isobutane and refinery olefins into high value alkylate product, Valero said.
    — Houston Chronicle, 25 July 2019
  • However a glut of new olefin capacity across the industry decreased sale prices and margins, Westlake said, and its olefins income fell by 42 percent.
    — Marissa Luck, Houston Chronicle, 6 Aug. 2019
  • Unlike many patio chairs, this lounger also includes the cushions, which are made with 100 percent olefin fabric filled with foam and fiber batting for comfy seating that stays plush with regular use.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2025
  • Additionally, the cushions are covered in olefin fabric—a sturdy performance fabric that’s fade-, stain-, and mildew-resistant.
    — Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2024
  • Their process involved taking molecules called silyl (pseudo) halides and treating them with a source of fluoride, removing elements from the former leave an anti-Bredt olefin behind.
    — Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
  • Created with an olefin material, these Parasol outdoor curtains are versatile for either indoor or outdoor spaces and are one of the best outdoor curtains for patios.
    — L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2023
  • This smart-looking, classic round patio umbrella features a durable water-resistant olefin canopy that offers UV protection and resists mildew, plus a crank mechanism to pop it open and auto tilt.
    — Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 17 May 2022
  • Cocamidopropyl betaine is a mild soap-free surfactant derived from coconut oil, while sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate is a stronger synthetic chemical.
    — Allure Editors, Allure, 24 Mar. 2026
  • China remains heavily reliant on coal-to-chemical processes, particularly for producing olefins.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2026

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