How to Use steam in a Sentence

steam

1 of 2 noun
  • The boat runs on steam.
  • He wiped the steam from the mirrors.
  • Careful, the steam from the pot is hot.
  • He was afraid he would run out of steam before the end of the race.
  • I was making good progress this morning, but now I'm starting to run out of steam.
  • The pros use steam to melt ice dams.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
  • The spa has a gym, pool, steam room, sauna and hot tub.
    — Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 24 Apr. 2026
  • The hot steam can kill fleas and eggs at all stages of life.
    — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 18 June 2026
  • Use steam to keep the fabric damp.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Has the stock simply run out of steam?
    — Zev Fima, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2026
  • And the idea is picking up steam.
    — Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
  • The steamy trend is catching steam.
    — Jay Stahl, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
  • There's a spa with a steam room and hammam.
    — Juliet Kinsman, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Find a way to blow off steam behind the scenes.
    — Usa Today, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
  • There is also a small gym, sauna and steam room.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026
  • Turn off the oven and keep the door closed so the warmth and steam can loosen grime.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
  • Fresh steam-in-bag broccoli makes this cheesy recipe a breeze.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Then, wet mop or steam mop the floors to remove any stains or marks.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025
  • Then, wet mop or steam mop the floors to remove any stains or marks.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
  • This can cause steam to get trapped, so your broccoli won’t crisp up.
    — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
  • Water in foods turns to steam as it is heated.
    — Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 20 Oct. 2025
  • So why does a steam cleaner come out on top for Piper?
    — Cori Sears, The Spruce, 10 June 2026
  • The Cook Out Clash is full steam ahead.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 4 Feb. 2026
  • This is a good reminder that steam is not always the truth.
    — Geoff Clark Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
  • The hot fitness trend has picked up steam in recent years.
    — Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 4 Sep. 2025
  • The journey can be booked on either a steam or diesel train.
    — Acacia Gabriel, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2025
  • Each room has a stand-alone soaking tub and steam shower.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
  • What’s the source of that energy for steam?
    — Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
  • As the meat below steams, the skin gets crisp as a potato chip.
    — G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 4 Jan. 2024
  • In other words, all remains full steam ahead.
    — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 6 Jan. 2026

steam

2 of 2 verb
  • Their breath steamed the windows.
  • She prefers to steam carrots rather than boil them.
  • Roark had just steamed some milk.
    — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 15 Jan. 2026
  • That is a steaming hot pile of garbage.
    — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
  • As the loaf heats up, moisture on the crust turns to steam.
    — Devra Ferst, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 June 2026
  • Sean Longstaff steamed in to give Adams a shove.
    — Beren Cross, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
  • While wool items can be ironed, they are best preserved when steamed.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026
  • When in doubt, stick to food that is cooked and served steaming hot.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 24 June 2026
  • When in doubt, stick to food that is cooked and served steaming hot.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
  • Who can blame Miller for being steamed?
    — Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Acorn squash can be baked, roasted, or steamed for a tasty side dish.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Nov. 2025
  • The baby leaves can be eaten raw or steamed like spinach.
    — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Allow the meat to steam for three to six minutes.
    — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
  • Give it a coat of sealant while the carpets are being steamed.
    — Kathryn Weber, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • This can lead to steaming rather than crisping.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
  • Kuih means little sweet snacks that can be steamed, fried or baked and are all bite-sized.
    — Julie Lin, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 June 2026
  • All that breading is gonna steam itself in 5 mins.
    — Drew Pittock, USA Today, 26 May 2026
  • If there are any wrinkles, gently steam.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
  • All can be steamed, roasted, braised, sauteed or turned into soup.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Oct. 2023
  • The onions steam the meat from within while the bottom caramelizes against the steel.
    — Matt Kirouac, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Needless to say, fans are steaming.
    — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
  • Rather, the fabric should be steamed from behind or from a distance.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 4 May 2026
  • Young leaves and shoots can be used in foods such as salads, or steamed, pickled, or sautéed.
    — Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2026
  • The steaming hot spring field is steeped in history.
    — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2025
  • Drain and rinse with cold water until cool to the touch and no longer steaming.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Transfer to a large plate, spreading out to keep from steaming.
    — Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Enjoy edamame steamed with a pinch of sea salt or roasted for a crunchier snack.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 23 Sep. 2025
  • Regardless, steaming your clothes shouldn’t leave them damp.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 4 May 2026
  • Today, Meta is steaming toward its own field of ice.
    — Bhakti Mirchandani, Forbes.com, 19 May 2026
  • This method can also be used for steaming the garment from the inside.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 4 May 2026

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