How to Use item in a Sentence
- I need to buy a few household items like soap.
- There are a lot of items on our agenda tonight, so let's start the meeting.
- He always orders the most expensive item on the menu.
- There are several items for sale.
- I saw an item in today's paper about the mayor's campaign plans.
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Off the top of my head, the Smiths items are maybe 35% of the book.
— Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 24 Oct. 2023 -
Do not use the test if any of the items are damaged or open.
— Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 8 Mar. 2024 -
Read on to find out more about each — prices start at under $20, and many items are on sale.
— Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 31 July 2023 -
The musicians — who share two young sons — have been an item since 2020.
— Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 15 Feb. 2024 -
The waistband also has a drop-in pocket to hold small items.
— Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2024 -
From there, create a board of all the things and a budget, and from there, decide what should be the star in the room and the other items around it.
— Dominique Fluker, Essence, 30 Sep. 2023 -
The 35-year-old continues to find more items gone from her apartment.
— Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2023 -
The sign is just one of the many items Dickies moved over to its new offices — a reverent nod to its past.
— Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Apr. 2024 -
Those who want to try Walmart+ free for 30 days can also get free shipping on all items.
— Josie Howell | Jhowell@al.com, al, 31 July 2023 -
But some items can help make things a whole lot easier.
— Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 21 Dec. 2023 -
In many cases, shipping alone often costs more than the items can be resold for.
— Heather Hoover-Salomon, Fortune, 17 Nov. 2023 -
The Sidekicks include three extra-long menu items, all of which are served warm and are meant to be paired with a sub.
— Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 21 Mar. 2024 -
Those who shop at the thrift stores benefit from lower cost items.
— Vanessa Infanzon, Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2024 -
The best thing to consider is the child's interest and whether the item falls within your budget.
— Samantha McIntyre, Parents, 24 Oct. 2023 -
The Way-High® Jean $118 A comfy pair of jeans is an everyday hero item in a modern-day wardrobe.
— Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2024 -
Gail Martin, who was working the front desk at the senior center, told me two food items keep her alive.
— Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2024 -
Used right, the personal item can be a clutch companion.
— Jen Ator, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2023 -
The promo code can only be redeemed once and for a single free item only.
— Kate Perez, USA TODAY, 31 July 2023 -
Lucky for you, this travel writer is here to help, and is sharing the items that are always on their packing list.
— Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2023 -
People are asked to sort items before bringing them to be shredded.
— Arkansas Online, 23 Oct. 2023 -
Stand upright and wave your arms, jacket or other items.
— Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 24 June 2023 -
Lost items may be claimed at the Guest Services Center across from Section 115 during an event.
— Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 21 Mar. 2024 -
The mob was seen stealing cases of beer, cigarette cartons and other items from the store.
— Stephen Sorace, Fox News, 24 Oct. 2023 -
All items are subject to editing for clarity and length.
— Samantha Gowen, Orange County Register, 8 Mar. 2024 -
Meanwhile, insoluble fiber can be found in food items like wheat bran and vegetables and can help to both add bulk to stool and promote healthy bowel function.
— Marilyn La Jeunesse, Glamour, 12 Apr. 2024
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To learn more about the organization and to see what items the shop is in need of, visit ArapahoeSantaShop.org.
— Amanda Molitor, The Denver Post, 21 Nov. 2019 -
Explore the unique, and one of a kind items up for bid in our extravagant silent auction.
— Staff Report, Houston Chronicle, 1 May 2018 -
Her dad worked as a concert promoter and her mom owned a baby items store.
— Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2019 -
Hampton did not know what items Eastland was suspected of taking from the store.
— Nashelly Chavez, sacbee, 14 May 2018 -
The more patrons know about which items our policy allows and prohibits, the smoother the entrance into Frost.
— Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 24 July 2019 -
One items a lot of home cooks don’t have experience cooking is dried beans.
— oregonlive, 26 Mar. 2020 -
Member credits can be redeemed for any two-piece outfit or item up to $80, online or in store.
— Sarah Madaus, SELF, 29 Nov. 2021 -
Member credits can be redeemed for any two-piece outfit or item up to $80, online or in-store.
— Sarah Madaus, SELF, 3 Nov. 2021 -
For the first time ever, a Waffle House location in Georgia is adding a new, adults only item to their menu — beer.
— Nicole Darrah, Fox News, 19 Apr. 2018 -
But in the case of taxing textiles and denim (Levi’s specifically), which aren’t even items the United States counts among its top exports, what's the point?
— refinery29.com, 1 June 2018 -
The patio has its own menu, with essentials like brats and hot dogs but also items like a memorable pork sausage made with makrut lime and chile and topped with mango relish.
— Carol Deptolla, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 10 July 2018 -
On the positive side, items people can still bring with them to their seat items like smartphones, duffel bags, coats, tiny bottles of hand lotion, snacks, earplugs, nose hair trimmers, and babies.
— Barbara Ortutay, The Mercury News, 22 Mar. 2017 -
Wellness Heaven even broke down what items people of various nationalities were most likely to take home with them.
— Jayme Deerwester, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2019 -
However, Stinson feels Stovehouse’s setting lends itself to brunch, so expect some new Sunday only items too.
— Matt Wake | Mwake@al.com, al, 25 Feb. 2020 -
Item one: The U.S. Senate, after conducting its business behind closed doors, burped up a healthcare reform package that is likely to throw millions of people off the health insurance rolls.
— Steve Lopez, latimes.com, 24 June 2017 -
Teachers have rallied behind the family, donating clothes, a winter coat, and whatever items their student may need.
— Helen Ubiñas, Philly.com, 8 Dec. 2017 -
Some of the most popular Prime Now items ordered in Houston include avocados, strawberries and bananas.
— Fernando Alfonso Iii, Houston Chronicle, 20 June 2018 -
Band instruments Tax-exempt computers and software Computer items $750 or less per article are tax free.
— Leada Gore | Lgore@al.com, al.com, 2 July 2019 -
But the agenda items the council has approved to allow these haven’t included any information on the associated salary increases.
— David Garrick, sandiegouniontribune.com, 14 May 2017 -
Shifting Demand Cornell said demand has come in waves for different types of products, starting with everyday cleaning products and then shifting to food and beverages and now items like games, crafts and small kitchen appliances.
— Matthew Boyle, Bloomberg.com, 10 May 2020 -
Figuring out via algorithms what items to offer shoppers has bedeviled retailers for years.
— Phil Wahba, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2018 -
Tax increases, marijuana legalization, and investment in health care, education, and environmental protection are all potential agenda items a Democratic legislature might take up—and a Democratic governor might approve.
— Clare Foran, The Atlantic, 6 June 2017 -
To learn more about the organization and to see what items the shop is in need of, visit ArapahoeSantaShop.org.
— Amanda Molitor, The Denver Post, 21 Nov. 2019 -
Explore the unique, and one of a kind items up for bid in our extravagant silent auction.
— Staff Report, Houston Chronicle, 1 May 2018 -
Her dad worked as a concert promoter and her mom owned a baby items store.
— Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2019 -
Hampton did not know what items Eastland was suspected of taking from the store.
— Nashelly Chavez, sacbee, 14 May 2018 -
The more patrons know about which items our policy allows and prohibits, the smoother the entrance into Frost.
— Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 24 July 2019 -
One items a lot of home cooks don’t have experience cooking is dried beans.
— oregonlive, 26 Mar. 2020 -
Member credits can be redeemed for any two-piece outfit or item up to $80, online or in store.
— Sarah Madaus, SELF, 29 Nov. 2021 -
Member credits can be redeemed for any two-piece outfit or item up to $80, online or in-store.
— Sarah Madaus, SELF, 3 Nov. 2021
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