How to Use muff in a Sentence

muff

noun

• Toles was standing out of bounds at the time of the muff.
  — G Smith, NOLA.com, 9 Oct. 2020
• In a tie game in the fourth quarter, Williams had a punt bounce off his knee — a muff rather than a fumble.
  — Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 23 Jan. 2024
• Fun fact: Had two career punt returns — a muff and a 68-yard TD.
  — Jim McBride, BostonGlobe.com, 25 Apr. 2023
• These ear muffs come in a range of trendy colors to match your winter outfits, adding a pop of style to your look.
  — Kathy Barr, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2023
• Osborn’s struggles led to Beebe taking over the spot last week, but then Beebe had the late-game muff that nearly lost the game.
  — Mark Craig, Star Tribune, 3 Dec. 2020
• Washington was charged with a muff on each punt return.
  — Mark Inabinett | [e-mail], al, 17 Oct. 2022
• Russell posed in the look just as the model did, using the top’s gown like a muff or pockets, placing her hands inside.
  — Essence Fashion, Essence, 16 Oct. 2022
• Some people don’t like muffs that fit on the top of their head but don’t like earplugs any better, leaving them to settle for one or the other.
  — Travis Smola, Field & Stream, 13 Mar. 2023
• The Chargers recovered the muff at the Broncos 28-yard line, and Hopkins kicked the winning field goal four snaps later.
  — Mark Inabinett | [e-mail], al, 17 Oct. 2022
• The Bears had letdowns in all three phases, with Velus Jones’ muff eliminating any real chance to tie the game.
  — Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 3 Oct. 2022
• The non-vented helmet has ear muff slots and an accessory rail for lights.
  — Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics, 27 Feb. 2023
• The items include products like jeans, athletic shoes, shirts, swimsuits, scarves, ear muffs and boots.
  — Parija Kavilanz, CNN, 23 Aug. 2023
• Jones was pulled from punt return duties after a muff in the Week 6 loss to the Washington Commanders.
  — Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 17 Nov. 2022
• The whole package contains the Miracle Sound microphone, a deluxe case to keep it safe, a special wind muff, and of course, a lapel clip to keep it attached to your shirt.
  — Tim Kohut, BGR, 20 May 2021
• Before the half, Wyoming's Pagan punted away, but Wyoming recovered the muff near midfield.
  — Scott Springer, The Enquirer, 1 Nov. 2020
• There were three drops and the muff in the first half of the opening period, and neither team could run the ball successfully in Joe Judge’s debut as Giants coach.
  — oregonlive, 15 Sep. 2020
• There were three drops and the muff in the first half of the opening period, and neither team could run the ball successfully in Joe Judge's debut as Giants coach.
  — Barry Wilner, Star Tribune, 14 Sep. 2020
• Rogers also had a muff on a punt return that Houston recovered at the Tennessee 5-yard line.
  — Mark Inabinett | [e-mail], al, 22 Nov. 2021
• Super cozy, the muff is lined with ultra-warm fleece and has extra protective lining at the bottom, so dirty shoes won't destroy it.
  — Maya Polton, Parents, 20 Oct. 2023
• As a traveler who's always trying to cut down on my packing, a two-for-one headphones-ear muffs combo sounds like a pretty great deal to me.
  — Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2023
• Many of the pieces feel like they could be plucked out of a renaissance era, like the scrunchies that can double as ruffled crowns (or even a ruff!), or the nylon handbags that can be also worn as a fur muff.
  — Liana Satenstein, Vogue, 24 Feb. 2021
• Designed with a belt and warm fluffy muff attached, this hand warmer heats up quickly but does not reach extreme temperatures.
  — Sherri Gordon, Verywell Health, 5 Apr. 2023
• Behind him, a cartoon of the Raiders' Maxx Crosby, wearing purple ear muffs, attempts a tackle on Mahomes.
  — Natasha Dye, Peoplemag, 21 Dec. 2023
• But the ball rolled forward, touched a Madison player and was recovered by Cathedral for what turned out to be an 11-yard gain for the Dons, who converted the muff into a touchdown on a 5-yard run by Bond.
  — San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Oct. 2022
• But sound-dampening baby ear muffs are different; they are meant to dim surrounding noise.
  — goodhousekeeping.com, 17 May 2023
• Hardman's muff against Buffalo was the latest in a string of questionable decisions.
  — Barry Wilner, Star Tribune, 29 Jan. 2021
• Perfect for pairing with a matching faux fur jacket or fuzzy boots, these ear muffs not only keep you cozy but also elevate your overall look.
  — Jessica Copeland, Rolling Stone, 31 Jan. 2024
• The punt-coverage unit recovered a muff to set up a score and kicker Collin Larsh continued his stellar season by making both field-goal attempts.
  — Jeff Potrykus, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2021
• The Dolphins escaped this particular inanity without giving up a point, but Waddle collected his punt muff, possessed the ball, tucked the ball and then had an elbow down before the ball came free again.
  — Steve Svekis, sun-sentinel.com, 19 Sep. 2021
• Of the 55 looks for men and woman, only a handful did not come with an accessory clutched in one hand: a giant squishy bag or a clutch in the shape of a rose or a faux-fur muff (the fur was all either fake or shearling) or even a hot water bottle.
  — Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2023

Last Updated: 27 Jun 2024