How to Use satiny in a Sentence

satiny

adjective
  • There's a satiny feel to the material.
  • Her silky, satiny creations cost three figures, not four or five.
    — Steve Rubenstein, San Francisco Chronicle, 13 Mar. 2021
  • This drugstore buy goes on smoothly and leaves a dewy, satiny finish on dry skin.
    — Jessica Teich, Good Housekeeping, 7 July 2022
  • Beef broth transforms the sautéed mushrooms into a satiny, rich gravy.
    — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 19 Mar. 2026
  • Smooth and satiny on the palate with stone fruit and tropical fruit notes and a long sweet fruity finish.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Apr. 2022
  • Feel the satiny fluff of butterfly weed gone to seed and the silky tufts of shoulder-high bushy bluestem.
    — Chadd Scott, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2021
  • Keeping to the edgy theme, the mom of four styled the suggestive top half of her look with satiny trousers.
    — Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
  • Uchis showcased a triple strap mule sandal style with a silver satiny upper.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 18 Nov. 2025
  • Pesto pasta features tender noodles in a satiny basil pesto sauce.
    — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Guenther also plants rhubarb, a nice surprise in a flower bed, for its satiny red stems.
    — Anna Webb, idahostatesman, 10 Mar. 2017
  • Glossy and satiny metals stand out against matte black finishes.
    — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2022
  • The rich, satiny gold, bronze, and pewter shadows that rimmed his lash lines glimmered whenever the light hit his eyes.
    — Devon Abelman, Allure, 15 Mar. 2019
  • Cream formulas tend to be on the dewy side, but this pretty blush dries down to a satiny matte finish.
    — Lindy Segal, Harper's BAZAAR, 29 Sep. 2022
  • Its mild sweetness plays well with satiny local white wines like Godello and Ribeiro.
    — Benjamin Kemper, WSJ, 17 Dec. 2020
  • The satiny hue is far from subtle and reminds us, yet again, that Blue will always be the one to steal the show.
    — Gabi Thorne, Allure, 30 July 2020
  • Plus, the bra is crafted in sleek fabric that’s smooth, satiny, and completely seamless.
    — Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 29 Nov. 2025
  • Also, a moment for a satiny dress that’s actually lined!
    — Natalie Cantell, InStyle, 11 June 2026
  • The palate is supple and satiny with ripe notes of peach and apple while the finish stays clean and fresh with a hint of mineral.
    — Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
  • The cream cheese is tangy, the satiny cheese sauce is snappy, the bacon is smoky and the chives add a burst of color and sweet onion flavor.
    — Robin Miller, USA TODAY, 13 Oct. 2022
  • Mix in 1 more cup of flour, switch to a dough hook and/or knead in 2-1/4 more cups of bread flour until smooth and satiny.
    — David Lindquist, Indianapolis Star, 16 Apr. 2020
  • The formula is long-wearing, comfortable on the lips, and has a satiny finish.
    — Sable Yong, Allure, 8 May 2019
  • In a moment of striking color contrast, satiny white straps with fringe detailing popped against a black sole.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2025
  • This common peony produces large, bold satiny white double blooms from late spring to early summer.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
  • Nice to know someone’s sustaining the satiny-skivvies industry.
    — Carolyn Hax, idahostatesman, 7 Feb. 2018
  • Giorgio Armani's lippie goes on smooth and satiny, and lasts all the way through lunch before needing touch-ups.
    — Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 30 Sep. 2022
  • Add three tablespoons heavy cream and microwave for 30 seconds or until all lumps are gone and ganache looks satiny.
    — Brittany Burke, Redbook, 12 July 2011
  • The cheese has a satiny texture, an earthy bouquet and a mild flavor with a distinctive goaty aftertaste.
    — Florence Fabricant, New York Times, 2 July 2018
  • The lightweight, black satiny nylon jacket featured ruched velvet stripes and a boned ruffle around the neck, a tie belt and a zip front.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Demi matte lipstick has a satiny sheen, while metallic lipstick has a frosty or glittery finish.
    — Sian Babish, chicagotribune.com, 1 Mar. 2021
  • But then there’s the satiny tenderness in her voice, the sense of real joy, the subtle hint of deliverance.
    — New York Times, 20 July 2019

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