How to Use sear in a Sentence

sear

1 of 2 verb
  • The flames seared my skin.
  • The steak was seared over a hot grill.
  • The tree was seared by lightning.
  • That was what seared into the mind.
    — Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2026
  • Pedro shut his eyes, letting the steam sear his face.
    — Literary Hub, 16 Jan. 2026
  • The visual is seared into his soul.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 16 Feb. 2026
  • When searing the steak, don’t overcrowd the pan.
    — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 9 Oct. 2025
  • The meat is seasoned with earthy turmeric and hard-seared over high heat.
    — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Smash and sear the patties on a flat top for about 2 minutes per side.
    — ABC News, 20 May 2026
  • Once hot, sear the lamb on all sides until browned, about 2 minutes per side.
    — Christian Reynoso, San Francisco Chronicle, 14 Apr. 2023
  • On the stove, that means a quick simmer before searing.
    — Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 June 2026
  • The pork chops lock in their savory flavor when seared with the tart red apples.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Add the roast and sear on all sides until well browned, five to seven minutes.
    — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025
  • Add the roast and sear on all sides until well browned, five to seven minutes.
    — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025
  • As a teenager, one stylist even let a piping hot pressing comb sear her scalp.
    — Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 25 Nov. 2023
  • Then, season and sear your steak in a hot skillet for a few minutes on each side.
    — Angela Watson, chicagotribune.com, 17 Mar. 2021
  • The spices form a charred crust when seared in a hot skillet or on the grill, hence the name blackened.
    — Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 12 Feb. 2024
  • Place the collars skin-side down and sear them until the skin is golden and crispy.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2024
  • To produce an authentic stew, first sear the meat on all sides, to a rich brown.
    — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 27 Oct. 2025
  • The nuggets are seared, smoked and seasoned with garlic and pepper.
    — Helena Wegner, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Add both roasts and sear on all sides until well browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
    — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025
  • Add both roasts and sear on all sides until well browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
    — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025
  • In a region known for rainfall, this year’s vintage will have been seared by heat.
    — Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
  • Add the chicken, skin-side down and sear until well browned, about five minutes.
    — Tanya Holland, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2022
  • After it, they were seared into the culture.
    — Jp Mangalindan, Time, 5 Apr. 2026
  • The tangy, spicy sauce highlights the sweetness in corn that’s been seared in bacon fat.
    — Deputy Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Allow the chicken to sear for 5 minutes, then flip the pieces over.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Dec. 2025
  • Officials say the acid seared her face and body, poured down her throat and splashed into her eye.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
  • By the time Taylor stepped down from the bus, their battle lines had seared in the grass.
    — Nate Atkins, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Aug. 2023
  • Some can taste like mild roasted red peppers, while others will sear the taste buds right off your tongue.
    — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Jan. 2026

sear

2 of 2 noun
  • Take your time to let the pork chops sear and brown.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
  • Use a hot surface for a good sear.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
  • The lid can close on top of your food to give you a top sear.
    — Chris Hachey, BGR, 30 Mar. 2021
  • Then, flip those patties over to the red-hot side for a sear.
    — Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 28 June 2022
  • Add the steaks and sear on each side for 1½ minutes.
    — The Know, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
  • And the high heat creates distinct grill marks and a nice sear.
    — Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 27 Apr. 2023
  • The set is easy to clean and offered an even sear while cooking.
    — Tanya Edwards, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2022
  • The chicken was a little more blonde than brown with just a light sear.
    — Rennie Dyball, Peoplemag, 19 Sep. 2022
  • Spread the ground beef in an even layer in the pan to create a nice sear.
    — Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Start with a quick sear, skin side up, then turn the fillets onto lemon slices.
    — Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 June 2026
  • Make sure to get a good sear on the beef tips in the skillet, and don't skimp on the sour cream.
    — Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Opt for cast-iron, stainless steel, a grill pan, or flat-top griddle for a good sear.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
  • There's nothing like cast iron for getting a good sear on fritters like this.
    — Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 14 July 2023
  • Let sear until brown on one side, 4-5 minutes.
    — Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
  • This cult-favorite cooking pan can be used to braise, sear, steam, strain, sauté, fry, boil.
    — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2022
  • Shafts of light sear through blinds, reflecting off shiny surfaces.
    — Maria Neuman, WSJ, 15 Sep. 2022
  • The fixings For meat, choose a cut that is tender and takes well to a fast sear.
    — Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Prime members can save on a sturdy grill skillet to sear, saute, fry, and more.
    — Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
  • In any case, the steaks should be cooked over the hot coals at some point to give it that signature crusty sear.
    — Chuck Blount, ExpressNews.com, 15 June 2020
  • But a quick sear in a hot skillet really takes them to the next level.
    — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2026
  • Place the chicken skin side down into the pot and sear until golden brown.
    — Karla Alindahao, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2023
  • Quickly sear shrimp in a slick of olive oil, then cut the heat and swirl in a hunk of garlic butter.
    — Emma Laperruque, Bon Appétit, 14 Oct. 2022
  • In separate pan, sear meatballs in a little bit of olive oil.
    — cleveland, 9 Jan. 2023
  • The two all-beef patties are cooked in smaller batches for a more uniform sear.
    — Heather Haddon, WSJ, 30 Nov. 2023
  • The striker is kept under constant spring tension by the sear.
    — Tom Jackman, Washington Post, 11 Apr. 2023
  • Using a cast-iron skillet promotes a more assertive sear than grill grates.
    — Brennan Long, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2025
  • After a quick sear and sauté, your favorite kitchen appliance will do most of the work.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2023
  • Pan sear the tenderloin on all sides 2-4 minutes per side.
    — CBS News, 16 Dec. 2025
  • Fripp’s guitar riffs are saw-toothed and dissonant; his solos lines slice and sear.
    — Jon Pareles, New York Times, 19 Sep. 2022
  • Overall, during our salmon test, the fish had a nice sear to the skin and was perfectly crispy.
    — Rennie Dyball, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2023

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