How to Use herbal in a Sentence

herbal

1 of 2 noun
  • If the traditional glass of warm milk is not your cup of tea, head for the herbals.
    Karen Campbell, BostonGlobe.com, 12 July 2018
  • Pintas 2017 is like an explosion of herbal and minty notes on the palate.
    Per and Britt Karlsson, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2021
  • The result is a sweet herbal and almond softness that lingers long after the last sip.
    Richard Carleton Hacker, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2022
  • Maccabeer, described by this kosher brewery as an herbal and piney IPA with some fruity notes, is being canned for the first time in 2020.
    oregonlive, 20 Nov. 2020
  • While many people have turned to herbals like gingko, St. John's Wort, and black cohash, Shen says these haven't been proven to be effective.
    Colleen Stinchcombe, Woman's Day, 6 Sep. 2018
  • Very acidic with classic Australian-New Zealand nose (herbal).
    Marc Bona, cleveland, 27 Sep. 2020
  • The color is translucent ruby, the aromas lifted with violets and roses, the flavors light and herbal.
    Washington Post, 4 Dec. 2020
  • There’s no data at all that suggests that any herbals, any supplements, will treat influenza or modify the course of the disease.
    Andy Marso, kansascity, 28 Jan. 2018
  • Its neutral taste pairs nicely with seasonings across the spectrum, from creamy to herbal to spicy, and the nooks and crannies of meat plus the cup of the shells help mussels capture and deliver flavor in every bite.
    Washington Post, 29 Oct. 2020
  • Their meads, honey wines that harken back to medieval times but have made a comeback, offer the mouthfeel of an English cider with varying levels of dry to fruity with apple, citrus, herbal, and floral flavors.
    BostonGlobe.com, 24 Aug. 2021
  • With layers of herbal, fruity and citrus flavors, these aperitifs can combine with prosecco to make light, refreshing drinks with notes of complexity.
    Tina Danze, Dallas News, 30 June 2020
  • If the traditional glass of warm milk is not your cup of tea, head for the herbals.
    Karen Campbell, BostonGlobe.com, 12 July 2018
  • Pintas 2017 is like an explosion of herbal and minty notes on the palate.
    Per and Britt Karlsson, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2021
  • The result is a sweet herbal and almond softness that lingers long after the last sip.
    Richard Carleton Hacker, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2022
  • Maccabeer, described by this kosher brewery as an herbal and piney IPA with some fruity notes, is being canned for the first time in 2020.
    oregonlive, 20 Nov. 2020
  • While many people have turned to herbals like gingko, St. John's Wort, and black cohash, Shen says these haven't been proven to be effective.
    Colleen Stinchcombe, Woman's Day, 6 Sep. 2018
  • Very acidic with classic Australian-New Zealand nose (herbal).
    Marc Bona, cleveland, 27 Sep. 2020
  • The color is translucent ruby, the aromas lifted with violets and roses, the flavors light and herbal.
    Washington Post, 4 Dec. 2020
  • There’s no data at all that suggests that any herbals, any supplements, will treat influenza or modify the course of the disease.
    Andy Marso, kansascity, 28 Jan. 2018
  • Its neutral taste pairs nicely with seasonings across the spectrum, from creamy to herbal to spicy, and the nooks and crannies of meat plus the cup of the shells help mussels capture and deliver flavor in every bite.
    Washington Post, 29 Oct. 2020
  • Their meads, honey wines that harken back to medieval times but have made a comeback, offer the mouthfeel of an English cider with varying levels of dry to fruity with apple, citrus, herbal, and floral flavors.
    BostonGlobe.com, 24 Aug. 2021
  • With layers of herbal, fruity and citrus flavors, these aperitifs can combine with prosecco to make light, refreshing drinks with notes of complexity.
    Tina Danze, Dallas News, 30 June 2020
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herbal

2 of 2 adjective
  • The herbal elixirs can be consumed on their own or in a mixed drink.
    Kolbie Peterson, The Salt Lake Tribune, 28 July 2023
  • The scent of lime leaves reinforces the herbal brightness.
    Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2023
  • The horns are used in Asia for herbal remedies, the foundation said.
    Erin Pflaumer, CBS News, 6 Jan. 2023
  • Pour 1 cup of boiling water and let the herbal tea steep for 10 minutes.
    Diane Hoffmaster, Treehugger, 22 June 2023
  • Stress in my shoulders was relieved with an herbal paste sealed with warm leaves.
    Vasudha Rai, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2023
  • First the pumping didn’t work, and then the herbal tea her midwife suggested didn’t help.
    Meredith Newman, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2024
  • The in-room bar is stocked with wellness amenities like sleep drops, charcoal eye masks, and herbal teas.
    Ronny Maye, Essence, 30 Nov. 2023
  • Or, at the very least, inspire you to replace some of your coffee intake with a nice, herbal tea.
    Christina Pérez, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2023
  • The boy’s mother noticed a strong herbal aroma on the patch and shared a picture of it with the other parents.
    Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2023
  • How the use of an over-the-counter herbal supplement took a deadly turn for a lawmaker’s wife.
    Emily Hemendinger, Discover Magazine, 10 Feb. 2024
  • Instead, try sipping a caffeine-free herbal tea — like lavender or chamomile — to get your body and brain in the mood to snooze.
    Good Housekeeping, 6 Jan. 2023
  • Tasting notes describe a grainy, herbal palate with pickle and spice.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2023
  • Appealing herbal notes of tarragon and rosemary emerge after the wine has a chance to stretch.
    Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2023
  • The artist developed teas and treatment oils for the hotel from her herbal mixtures.
    Gisela Williams Marina O’Loughlin Roxanne Fequiere Camille Sojit Pejcha Gisela Williams, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2024
  • Pablo Guerrero, the great hope of the nation, had been disqualified on the eve of the World Cup for the crime of imbibing a mild herbal tea.
    Wade Davis, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2022
  • All the red-berry fruits are playing here—plus some cherry and an herbal component and some spice, too.
    Lana Bortolot, Forbes, 13 Feb. 2024
  • The herbal, woody, warm-cool scent of camphor, eucalyptus, and thyme.
    Sarah Wolf Halverson, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2022
  • Harvest Blend Herbal Tea For a relaxing night in or work-from-home treat, turn to the harvest blend herbal tea.
    Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 19 Sep. 2023
  • This candle boasts citrus and herbal notes that blend well with a coconut and woody aroma.
    Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2023
  • Or use dry sherry or vermouth for a nutty, herbal kick.
    Claire Saffitz, Bon Appétit, 11 Oct. 2023
  • On the palate, herbal notes and peppery spice are underpinned by vanilla and a light fruity sweetness.
    Tony Sachs, Robb Report, 2 June 2023
  • The oil extracted from its berries is used to create herbal remedies and skin- and hair-care products.
    Dallas News, 30 Nov. 2022
  • The Winter White Thyme scent contains citrus, thyme, pink-peppered cedar, patchouli, and herbal tea.
    Lauren Taylor, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Dec. 2022
  • The offerings include a variety of tea types, like black, green, white, and herbal.
    Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 24 Nov. 2023
  • This type of marigold, as well as others, also makes a flavorful herbal tea.
    Derek Carwood, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2023
  • Chamomile tea comes from the chamomile flower and is not a tea in the traditional sense but rather an herbal beverage.
    Amy Fischer M.s., R.d., Good Housekeeping, 8 Nov. 2022
  • Unlike black, green, or oolong tea, herbal teas don’t use leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant.
    Megan Wahn, Bon Appétit, 11 Feb. 2023
  • Encourage them to sit back, relax and sip on a cup of hot tea with this set of herbal tea blends that come shaped like flowers, hearts and stars.
    Cailey Lindberg, Good Housekeeping, 6 Dec. 2022
  • The fat from using both olive oil and butter really helps lock in fresh herbal flavor to every bite.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2024
  • Increase your consumption of herbal teas like spearmint, chamomile, and raspberry leaf tea.
    Dominique Fluker, Essence, 4 Apr. 2024

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