How to Use merino in a Sentence

merino

noun
  • It's made from a dreamy merino wool that can keep any chill out.
    Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 Dec. 2022
  • Will Tom pack up his merino turtlenecks and leave Shiv for good?
    Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 3 Mar. 2023
  • Its merino/cashmere blend is light and soft, but still warm enough to keep you cozy on chilly nights.
    Kj Callihan, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2022
  • It’s made of extra-fine merino wool that’s been washed and boiled for a softer, warmer, and more durable feel.
    Anna Tingley, Variety, 27 Nov. 2023
  • The rest of the glove is the merino wool-synthetic blend the company is famous for.
    Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, 14 Jan. 2020
  • Made of breathable and lightweight merino wool, these socks keep your feet cool and dry.
    Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2023
  • It’s knitted by hand with silky merino wool in a cream color.
    Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 6 Dec. 2023
  • Most of them are based in either cotton or merino wool (see: our best wool socks).
    Men's Health, 21 Feb. 2023
  • Look for those made of polyester, nylon, Spandex, or merino wool.
    Emily Shiffer, SELF, 24 Feb. 2021
  • The merino adds a softness that’s missing from Surpass and fights stink better, too.
    James Lynch, Popular Mechanics, 19 May 2021
  • These are made with Smartwool’s thickest merino 250 weave, with flat-lock seams and the cut has been updated with style in mind.
    Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 27 Feb. 2023
  • For his own ankles, Mr. Goldberg prefers merino wool and other warm socks on frosty days.
    Betsy McKay, WSJ, 13 Feb. 2019
  • This long sleeve shirt from Tracksmith blends merino with Tencel.
    Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 16 Nov. 2022
  • Plus, the sock, by virtue of its merino, wicks moisture well and proved durable thanks to its tight, dense knit, showing no wear throughout our testing.
    James Lynch, Popular Mechanics, 23 Sep. 2019
  • Check out the SmartWool merino bottoms that complete the outfit.
    Popular Science, 15 Sep. 2020
  • My layering on chilly rides starts with a merino-wool base layer.
    Graham Averill, Outside Online, 11 Jan. 2020
  • What is the best way to care for my favorite cashmere sweaters and my super-practical merino sweaters?
    Jolie Kerr, Esquire, 21 Oct. 2016
  • It's infused with moisture-wicking merino wool to keep you warm while keeping sweat at bay.
    Christian Gollayan, Men's Health, 19 Oct. 2022
  • These are only 60 percent merino, but that's pretty good for socks.
    Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 28 Nov. 2023
  • Not itchy like some other types, merino wool is very fine and is considered to be of very high quality.
    L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Sep. 2023
  • With warmer weather on the way, this is a good time to review the best practices for washing and storing wool sweaters, from cashmere to merino and beyond.
    Jolie Kerr, Town & Country, 24 Mar. 2017
  • Take a cue from Chloe, Gabriela Hearst, or Rabanne and choose a dress made of cashmere or merino wool with minimal adornments.
    Madeline Fass, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2023
  • All the pieces in Alaïa's collection were created from merino wool.
    Fiona Sinclair-Scott and Nicole Mowbray, CNN, 26 Jan. 2024
  • The oversized fit adds an effortlessly cool touch to any outfit it’s worn with, and it’s even made with a durable blend of cotton, polyester, and merino wool.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2024
  • It’s made from super soft merino wool, which helps to wick moisture away from the body and thermoregulates to keep you feeling cool.
    Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2023
  • On the mountain, merino wool and polyester are a reliable duo for keeping you toasty without bogging you down.
    Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2023
  • Smartwool introduced merino to the market in its socks.
    Andrew Freeman, Outside Online, 21 May 2012
  • The preppy style is made from a stretchy, knit merino wool fabric that closely resembles the one Garner wore and has a gold-toned zipper.
    Taylor Jean Stephan, Peoplemag, 14 Oct. 2023
  • The briefs are constructed from merino with an inner layer of polypropylene mesh.
    Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 15 Feb. 2023
  • The sweater, which is made from fine Italian merino wool in the Le Marche region of Italy, can be customized to include buttons to be worn cardigan-style, and has a tie-up in the back.
    Kavita Daswani, latimes.com, 15 Dec. 2017

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