How to Use satin in a Sentence

satin

1 of 2 noun
  • Although polyester tends to trap heat, these polyester satin sheets didn’t feel hot to the touch.
    Lacey Muinos, Verywell Health, 16 June 2023
  • The thong bottom has a snap closure, while the bodice of the bodysuit is made of a lightweight satin.
    Jill Schildhouse, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2023
  • Strangers applauded as the bride strolled down the streets in a full-length satin gown with the three men, who wore dark suits.
    Sadiba Hasan, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2023
  • Made from soft satin, the pajamas feel like a gentle hug on the skin.
    Theresa Johnson, Rolling Stone, 10 Nov. 2023
  • Her dress was in a rich gold satin with a matching coat that swept down to the floor and trailed behind her.
    Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 3 Dec. 2022
  • The satin set is full of character and will just feel more you than a standard PJ pick.
    Vanessa Powell, Men's Health, 23 Nov. 2022
  • The standout detail was a strap that came from a satin skirt and went across her left shoulder.
    Good Housekeeping, 19 Sep. 2022
  • The floor-length piece was worn over a simple black satin shirt and pant ensemble.
    Annie O’Sullivan, Good Housekeeping, 16 Oct. 2022
  • At the venue, Sel took the coat off for some pics, revealing a black satin off-the-shoulder button-down.
    Briannah Rivera, Seventeen, 30 Mar. 2023
  • The soft satin rod and scrunchies can be worn overnight to create gorgeous curls and save extra time in the morning.
    Jasmine Hyman, Peoplemag, 27 Jan. 2023
  • Wind your hair around a flexible satin curler and wake up to gorgeous waves?
    Talia Connor, Rolling Stone, 7 Dec. 2023
  • Barton spotted a hole in one of the walls, concealed by pink satin curtains.
    Elaine Blair, The New York Review of Books, 30 Nov. 2023
  • This one is available in a poppy bright pink hue on a shiny satin-like fabric.
    Brittany Loggins, Harper's BAZAAR, 15 Mar. 2023
  • The ruffled satin topping the headband is the perfect spooky season blood-red.
    Devon Abelman, Allure, 17 Oct. 2022
  • The off-the-shoulder dress extended to a full skirt with a layer of pink satin dragging at the bottom.
    Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 17 Sep. 2022
  • The bride and her procession walked a satin carpet from the dugout to an altar at second base.
    Terence McArdle, Washington Post, 7 May 2023
  • Her satin sheen skirt with its ruching at the waist and slit in the back was also as dramatic as her top.
    Essence, 22 Jan. 2024
  • Swap out your cotton or flannel sheets for silky satin.
    Laura Berman, USA TODAY, 14 June 2023
  • The 55-year-old Australian native styled her blonde hair in loose curls that were tied back with a black satin ribbon.
    Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 10 Jan. 2023
  • The satin dresses during their dances are drool-worthy.
    Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 22 Nov. 2022
  • The black satin skirt fell to just above Kendall's ankles, showing off a sliver of sheer black tights and a pair of slingback heels.
    Abby Dupes, Seventeen, 19 Dec. 2022
  • To complement her gorgeous dress, the princess wore a pair of ivory Duchesse satin heels by Edward Rayne.
    Nicole Briese, Peoplemag, 18 Sep. 2022
  • The 53-year-old actress was wearing bright blue satin for the season, a knee-length dress with a bow sash at the waist, and white cuffs and collars.
    Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 26 Dec. 2022
  • The actress wore matching satin heels and carried a black beaded clutch.
    Katie Bowlby, Country Living, 10 Sep. 2022
  • Lenny — who shares Zoë with ex-wife Lisa Bonet — was, in fact, wearing an unbuttoned satin shirt at the time.
    Julia Moore, Peoplemag, 13 Mar. 2024
  • The silky satin fabric is both comfortable and chic, and the ankle-length design will keep you warm as temps start to drop.
    Rachel Sylvester, Glamour, 9 Nov. 2023
  • Sleeping with satin items is not only good for your hair but also your skin.
    Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 7 Nov. 2023
  • The singer dazzled onstage in a black satin minidress with puff sleeves and a crystal corset detailing.
    Starr Bowenbank, Billboard, 5 Feb. 2023
  • His bow tie, over his crisp white button down, paired perfectly with the black satin lapels on his jacket.
    Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 17 Mar. 2024
  • Satin Lining The piece is returned to the trimming room, where a satin lining is sewn inside the crown and a ribbon and bow are secured to the outside.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2024
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satin

2 of 2 adjective
  • By then, the bed is empty, the blue satin pillow still on it.
    Tara Bahrampour, Twin Cities, 4 Nov. 2019
  • The satin-black vinyl side and hood stripes can be had trimmed in either red or white.
    Connor Hoffman, Car and Driver, 16 June 2020
  • After the stain dries, apply three coats of satin polyurethane.
    Elizabeth Gulino, House Beautiful, 30 Aug. 2019
  • Stain both sets of uprights and hinge blocks, and apply two coats of clear satin polyurethane to them.
    Richard Romanski, Popular Mechanics, 15 Feb. 2020
  • The sleeves of her green satin gown are rolled up at her wrists, and its skirt rumples against the polished floor.
    Stephen O’Connor, Harper's magazine, 20 Jan. 2020
  • Flat surfaces are satin-brushed, and the bevels are polished which, as promised, adds a bit of urban flash to the 05.
    Carol Besler, Robb Report, 14 Sep. 2021
  • Swap your disposable head ties for a satin sash to lay your edges and lace frontals.
    Shalwah Evans, Essence, 2 Oct. 2019
  • Some costumers note that the satin ribbons on the puff sleeves could be sewn better, though.
    Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 24 May 2022
  • Maybe a fluffy towel straight out of the shower, or the feel of a satin pillowcase against your cheek?
    Tiffany Dodson, SELF, 19 May 2019
  • The screen on the Z1 is a satin non-reflective surface framed with a fairly thin bezel.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2021
  • Moran understood her role in the show: The 26-year-old pranced onto the court in a form-fitting white satin top.
    oregonlive.com, 28 June 2019
  • And the smart jersey back keeps the case from sliding all over the place like many other silk and satin pillows do.
    Shalwah Evans, Essence, 12 Aug. 2019
  • One knockout look was a bright, fuchsia satin halter sheath that poured down to the floor, with a stream of fabric down the back.
    Washington Post, 11 Sep. 2019
  • Owens likes the look of magnolia, boxwood wreaths and satin ribbons.
    Washington Post, 6 Dec. 2021
  • What would be out of place in a barn, for reasons Miss Manners does not care to mention, would be satin heels.
    Jacobina Martin, Washington Post, 3 Oct. 2022
  • Lale’s Red, named after her mom, is a dark oxblood red with a shimmer satin finish.
    Audrey Noble, Vogue, 20 Aug. 2019
  • There’s the contrast between the size of their hands, and the interplay of textures between blue satin and dark skin.
    New York Times, 5 May 2021
  • The simple black suit is the perfect backdrop to show off a satin or embroidered corset top.
    Kelsey Stiegman, Seventeen, 9 Jan. 2023
  • There’s a hint of sweet sage leaf hiding within its satin-soft texture.
    Esther Mobley, San Francisco Chronicle, 30 Oct. 2021
  • The toughness of the look was then offset with a light pink silk satin ball gown crafted of seven meters of duchess silk.
    Rachel Marlowe, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Feb. 2020
  • To get the material for her satin dress, Elizbaeth used ration coupons.
    Diana Pearl, Peoplemag, 8 Sep. 2022
  • The Spencer nominee walked the red carpet in a satin black jacket, white button-up shirt, and shorts by Chanel.
    Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 27 Mar. 2022
  • My formula is so creamy and buildable and has a smooth satin finish.
    Kaitlyn Frey, PEOPLE.com, 26 July 2019
  • Now treat yourself for Christmas with this satin robe from Vince that comes in the colors sand white and dark water.
    Marques Harper Deputy Features Editor, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2021
  • These jersey tops can be ribbed, sheer, sparkly or with a satin finish.
    Sharon Graubard, courant.com, 15 Aug. 2019
  • The buyer even has the choice of either a glossy or satin finish in this particular shade of green.
    Jacob Kurowicki, Car and Driver, 10 Dec. 2021
  • Pinkett Smith donned a satin top, simple earrings and a bold burgundy lip in the selfie.
    Charmaine Patterson, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2022
  • Attached to her satin black wide-leg pants with an elastic waistband were a pair of forest green pants, which hung along the back.
    Carrie Wittmer, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2022
  • In the 1894 oil painting by Daniel Huntington, Harrison’s regal stature is marked by the folds of her satin dress and the coif of her hair.
    Alicia Ault, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 Nov. 2020
  • Her brother Reign sported a black t-shirt underneath a satin, black tux with gold embellishment.
    Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 9 Jan. 2023

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