How to Use steam iron in a Sentence

steam iron

noun
  • For some — but not all — de-wrinkling jobs, a steamer is a better choice than a steam iron.
    — Sarah Bogdan, Good Housekeeping, 9 May 2022
  • Use a handheld garment steamer or bursts from your steam iron to kill surface dust mites.
    — Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 18 Jan. 2023
  • Storing this steam iron is as simple as pushing a button, thanks to the retractable cord.
    — Carolyn Forté, Good Housekeeping, 8 July 2022
  • Use a handheld garment steamer or bursts from your steam iron to kill any dust mites lurking near the surface.
    — Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 18 Jan. 2023
  • This steam iron can hold over 8 ounces of water and has a vertical steam feature to steam upright garments.
    — Hanna Horvath, NBC News, 29 Mar. 2021
  • If you're already bathed, a similar concept is to use a tea kettle as a DIY steam iron.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2023
  • But try to press your clothing with the best steam iron on a soft, curved or poorly ventilated surface and you'll be disappointed with the results.
    — Jamie Kim, Good Housekeeping, 15 July 2022
  • This includes catering to guests’ dietary considerations and offering amenities like steam irons in hotel rooms.
    — Praachi Raniwala, New York Times, 13 May 2023
  • Enjoy a vacation day poolside with our best overall beach towel, get that cocktail dress ready to wear with the Rowenta steam iron, and cool off with a new oscillating fan.
    — Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 10 Oct. 2022
  • Fortunately, this compact steam iron that’s recommended by our Cleaning Lab is easy to squeeze into a suitcase.
    — Good Housekeeping, 6 Dec. 2022
  • To prevent your steam iron from clogging, be sure to check the manufacturer’s recommendations on what type of water to use as some types can cause build-up, block the holes and cause spitting.
    — Jamie Kim, Good Housekeeping, 7 May 2021
  • This may have been the only act of machismo ever displayed by Louis Gornick, a kind, mild-mannered man who labored five days a week over a steam iron in the garment district.
    — Alexandra Schwartz, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2020
  • More damage from hard water may not be readily evident but is hidden in clogged water lines, steam irons, showerheads, faucets, and mineral deposits in coffee makers that affect the taste of coffee.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 23 June 2026
  • They were sustained for a time in part by a nearby Midsouth plant, which manufactured consumer electronics such as steam irons and toaster ovens, as well as industrial supplies such as refrigerator parts.
    — Kevin D. Williamson, National Review, 23 July 2019
  • Velvet, marble, and brushed brass elevate the experience and the same dramatic palette flows through the corridors and into the bathrooms which come with Le Labo toiletries and a ready-to-use steam iron fitted onto the wall—an idea that won my heart.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
  • PurSteam SteamTech Elite 1,750-Watt Steam Iron benefits While many premium steam irons feature dial controls that regulate the temperature, the PurSteam SteamTech Elite has an LED display with touch buttons.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 May 2026

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