How to Use corrosion in a Sentence

corrosion

noun

• But the sphere was clean, free of corrosion, and shiny.
  — Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 28 June 2022
• The chain is made of iron, a durable metal that should hold up against rust and corrosion.
  — Lee Alisha Williams, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2023
• The blade of the knife is made of stainless steel, which resists corrosion.
  — Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2023
• The tools are stainless steel and resistant to rust and corrosion, and the tool bag is made of durable polyester.
  — Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2024
• Rust is a kind of corrosion that affects iron and steel.
  — Bob Beacham, chicagotribune.com, 12 Dec. 2020
• The other is to have the tires removed from the wheels, the corrosion sanded off and bead sealant applied.
  — Bob Weber, Star Tribune, 29 Jan. 2021
• The durable cast-iron plates are covered in black paint to prevent rust and corrosion.
  — Kathleen Willcox, Popular Mechanics, 22 July 2022
• The report claims that the road de-icing agents used in these states are what causes the corrosion.
  — Sasha Richie, Car and Driver, 22 June 2022
• The bridge is 64 years old and is suffering corrosion that needs to be addressed, the DOT said.
  — Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2024
• The 300-barrel tanks in the foreground show signs of corrosion and have leaked their contents onto the ground.
  — Brian Maffly, The Salt Lake Tribune, 21 Dec. 2022
• The top rail will help keep your cargo in place, and the black powder coat prevents corrosion.
  — Collin Morgan, Car and Driver, 28 June 2022
• The strip is made of copper, which resists corrosion and rust.
  — Katie Melynn, Peoplemag, 13 Dec. 2022
• And even if a swell and high tides cause the ocean to seep in, the building and floor are made of concrete to withstand salt-water corrosion.
  — Laylan Connelly, Orange County Register, 31 May 2024
• This led to corrosion and caused lead from pipes to seep into the water supply.
  — Ashlee Banks, Essence, 19 Mar. 2021
• The Sportages were recalled in 2016 due to corrosion in a wiring harness near the engine control unit.
  — Scott Gleeson, USA TODAY, 27 Oct. 2022
• The copper plumbing is more resistant to corrosion, lead-free, and durable for up to 100 years of use.
  — Kaitlin Durbin, cleveland, 21 Oct. 2022
• Rust takes up more space than steel, so the corrosion eventually fills up the pipe.
  — Washington Post, 7 July 2021
• The cast iron grates and grease pan are coated with porcelain, which is resistant to corrosion and easy to clean.
  — Popular Science, 28 Apr. 2020
• That life is corrosion and decay, blossoms and smiles, the squawk of a cockatoo.
  — New York Times, 6 Sep. 2021
• Carbon steel is easy to sharpen, holds an edge well, and is durable, but the blade takes more care because the metal is prone to corrosion.
  — Adrienne Donica, Popular Mechanics, 8 Dec. 2022
• The stainless steel base fights against corrosion or warping, and the flared rims allow for easy, drip-free pouring.
  — Michelle Love, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Nov. 2023
• Structures near the water can be exposed to salty air, which can cause corrosion.
  — Roland Li, San Francisco Chronicle, 1 July 2021
• The well water had preserved the items for 400 years, shielding metal from corrosion or rust.
  — Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Dec. 2022
• There will be less moisture inside your tires, which means less corrosion on your wheels.
  — Ezra Dyer, Popular Mechanics, 28 Sep. 2020
• The high carbon steel holds its edge well, resisting corrosion, stains, and rust.
  — Popular Science, 18 Aug. 2020
• There’s a class of paints called smart paints that do a lot more than just cover and protect a surface from corrosion or rotting.
  — James Conca, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2021
• This leaves the steel wide open to rust and corrosion, which can eventually lead to a structure’s collapse.
  — M. Mitchell Waldrop, Discover Magazine, 26 Nov. 2022
• The bowls are made with corrosion-resistant stainless steel, won't rust, and can be washed in the dishwasher.
  — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2021
• The galvanized steel walls are coated in zinc to resist corrosion, and the sloped roof helps prevent water buildup and leaking.
  — Shea Simmons, People.com, 29 Sep. 2024
• Faulty coolant pump plugs fitted to some models may lead to corrosion or rust, which could cause short circuits and in extreme cases fires, the agency said.
  — Jason Ma, Fortune Europe, 21 Oct. 2024

Last Updated: 20 Jan 2025