How to Use teak in a Sentence

teak

noun
  • New teak is a rich, deep brown.
    — Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 7 Feb. 2026
  • The bench is made of light brown teak and has black padded legs.
    — Yoni Heisler, BGR, 13 Sep. 2021
  • Score one in neutral teak or white ahead of spring.
    — Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Burden says to just keep in mind that teak, like most wood, will fade.
    — Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
  • His bottom teeth were as dark as teak and twisted in his mouth.
    — Lorrie Moore, The New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2020
  • Navy blue, brass and teak are enough to nail the nautical theme.
    — Florence Fabricant, New York Times, 24 Oct. 2017
  • Leather, teak and orange are just some of the notes this candle gives off.
    — Lindsey M. Roberts, Washington Post, 15 Sep. 2022
  • And at the high end, teak can run over 10 times the cost of the No.
    — Neal Barrett, Popular Mechanics, 23 May 2017
  • Out on the teak deck, with the giant cactus that gave the house its name in full view.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2024
  • The living room floor is a design made from teak and mahogany.
    — Judy Rose, Detroit Free Press, 29 Feb. 2020
  • Once dry, liberally coat with teak oil or poly to seal the stain.
    — Sara Rodrigues, House Beautiful, 18 Aug. 2020
  • But aluminum, teak, and stone can often be left outside year-round.
    — Kara McGinley, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2025
  • Nearby, there’s both a breakfast room and a teak wine cellar.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 Feb. 2026
  • Greenwood and her guide then watched the sunset over the world’s longest teak bridge.
    — National Geographic, 21 Jan. 2020
  • The kitchen and dining areas use a good part of the main level, marked out by the teak floor.
    — Judy Rose, Detroit Free Press, 12 Sep. 2020
  • The teak build can withstand rainstorms and wine spills, while the acrylic cushions can be wiped clean.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026
  • The teak build can withstand rainstorms and wine spills, while the acrylic cushions can be wiped clean.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 24 June 2026
  • The teak build can withstand rainstorms and wine spills, while the acrylic cushions can be wiped clean.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 17 June 2026
  • Here's how to treat your teak quickly and properly to enjoy it for years to come.
    — Sara Rodrigues, House Beautiful, 22 July 2020
  • That’s why the outdoor Dunes teak sectional is on this list.
    — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2026
  • The decor pairs swathes of natural teak with chic wood and stone furniture.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2023
  • This beautiful tray is made from teak wood and is hand-carved in Senegal.
    — Martha Sorren, Woman's Day, 29 Apr. 2022
  • Finally, apply the teak oil, which helps keep the wood from drying out.
    — Caylin Harris, Good Housekeeping, 24 June 2021
  • Adding a bench, like this durable teak one, to your shower should be a priority.
    — Kate McGregor, housebeautiful.com, 7 June 2023
  • The wood is used inside as well, along with teak and white oak, to give the residence a warm, cozy vibe.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2025
  • The teak flooring is smooth underfoot, and the flat floors make passing through each facet safe.
    — Stacey Wreathall, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2024
  • The centerpiece is the cabin floor, which has been laid with teak wood, as has the cargo floor.
    — Tony Markovich, Car and Driver, 18 Dec. 2017
  • The area looked like a clipper ship, complete with 50-foot masts with sails, a teak deck and even a lifeboat.
    — Ron Miscavige, Esquire, 3 May 2016
  • This vessel is a motor yacht, 64 feet long, 89 years old, and built of teak.
    — Carl Nolte, SFChronicle.com, 29 Aug. 2020
  • The teak decks on the exterior also added luxe to the topsides.
    — Kevin Koenig, Robb Report, 15 Nov. 2023

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