How to Use pleat in a Sentence

pleat

1 of 2 verb
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  • They are pleated at the top of the drapery panel, and hang from a rod.
    — Lucia Tonelli, ELLE Decor, 27 Mar. 2019
  • Fold and pleat the border up and around the carrots, leaving the center open.
    — The View, ABC News, 22 Nov. 2023
  • My grandmother could pleat pork dumplings with grace and speed.
    — New York Times, 18 May 2022
  • Then season the tomatoes with the salt and herbs and bring the outer edges of the dough over the tomatoes, pleating them to maintain the circle.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Sep. 2023
  • For the visit, the Duchess of Cambridge chose to wear a black turtleneck top and a leopard print pleated skirt from Zara.
    — Marina Liao, Marie Claire, 22 Jan. 2020
  • The filter is composed of a dense sheet of small fibers pleated and sealed in a metal or plastic frame.
    — Rachel Rothman, Good Housekeeping, 2 May 2023
  • Fold the border, pinching or pleating dough together, all the way around to form a rim.
    — Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 22 Aug. 2019
  • The filter is airtight, and comprised of a dense sheet of small fibers pleated and sealed in a metal or plastic frame.
    — Rachel Rothman, Good Housekeeping, 17 Dec. 2018
  • Her mom keeps making fun of her inability to pleat a dumpling.
    — Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2021
  • Plus, the crew neckline, drop shoulder sleeves, and pleated back all add to it’s casual but cute style.
    — Carly Totten, Southern Living, 14 June 2023
  • The loose-fitting tank has wide straps and functional buttons on the front with pleating and an elastic back.
    — Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 25 July 2023
  • Campbell wore a black tulle creation that had a giant, poufy pleated skirt and a high-neck collar.
    — Marina Liao, Marie Claire, 23 Jan. 2019
  • Doria looked like a schoolgirl in a modest white pleated skirt and short-sleeved blouse, with a coronet of baby’s breath in her hair.
    — Leslie Carroll, Vanities, 24 Apr. 2018
  • Pleat the front edge of the wrapper repeatedly, pinching the edge closed after each pleat until the entire dumpling is sealed.
    — People Staff, PEOPLE.com, 2 Aug. 2022
  • Slacks The Midtown Man favors beige-colored chinos, with pleating for the over-40 gentleman and a flat front for under-40 guys.
    — Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, 24 July 2018
  • The store sells everything from simple white, pleated shades to grand chandeliers adorned with gold leaves, like the one hanging above the shop floor that day.
    — Caroline Glenn, orlandosentinel.com, 29 Nov. 2019
  • The pleating in the pants and the lines in the half-zip sweater give this set a super elevated look, while the oversized mock neck is both useful (zip it up for warmth) and just plain stylish.
    — Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 15 Nov. 2023
  • Trousers and some dresses were often pleated, and lightweight parkas set off some outfits.
    — Gregory Katz, The Seattle Times, 17 Feb. 2018
  • Available in 20 colors and patterns, the top has an eyelet design, petal sleeves, pleats down the front, and a keyhole with a metal ring closure.
    — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 12 July 2023
  • The silk was dyed to a brilliant, rich Prussian blue that becomes glossier and more luminous after pleating.
    — Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, 28 Sep. 2019
  • Space Age-y fabrics that add structure to fashion with all the stretch and pleating are having an impact on home design as well.
    — Elaine Markoutsas, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2024
  • The actress arrived in a royal blue pleated gown featuring a fitted bodice and a sweeping train and cape.
    — Colleen Kratofil, PEOPLE.com, 4 Mar. 2018
  • But the standout moment of the piece was the mini dress portion, made from a sheer material that was pleated throughout.
    — Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 31 May 2023
  • Middleton stepped out in a custom Alessandra Rich pleated dress with waist band and white collar.
    — Chrissy Rutherford, Harper's BAZAAR, 9 July 2018
  • Naomi Campbell made the case for sharp silhouettes, emerging in Paris in a boxy blazer that was paired with a flowing pleated dress.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Jan. 2019
  • The 100 percent cotton style feels polished thanks to the pleating and trouser-like tailoring, while the in-stock colors — brown, cream, and dark green — are staple shades for any fall wardrobe.
    — Megan Schaltegger, Peoplemag, 3 Oct. 2023
  • Diana looked like an old-time Hollywood star in silver pleated lamé.
    — Sarah Mower, Vogue, 29 Aug. 2017
  • The Duchess of Sussex arrived to the ceremony in a navy Club Monaco dress with a built-in multicolored pleated skirt.
    — Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, 7 Aug. 2018
  • For hanging style, your options are ring top, rod pocket, grommet, or pleated, and the grommet and pleated styles cost more per panel.
    — Maya McDowell, House Beautiful, 14 Feb. 2019
  • Trousers were pleated with a jodhpur curve at the thigh and secured with elastic at the ankle, while safari shorts were cross-fertilized with ribbed knit leggings.
    — Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, 1 Mar. 2018
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pleat

2 of 2 noun
  • Fold up sides of dough to the edges of the jam to form pleats.
    — Jennifer Rude Klett, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 12 July 2018
  • With a fuller skirt, this pick has fun pleats in the back.
    — Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 21 Mar. 2023
  • The thickness and the loose accordion pleats give the broth and the stray bits of pork something to cling to.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2023
  • Take care when stitching over the pleats as the fabric may be quite thick.
    — Natalie Shutler, New York Times, 31 Mar. 2020
  • From slim-fit to boot-cut, pleat-front, and more, take a look at our round-up of the best leather pants to shop now.
    — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2022
  • Fold the dough over the outer edges of the peach mixture, overlapping the dough to make pleats.
    — Linda Giuca and Chris Prosperi, courant.com, 8 Sep. 2017
  • This fit and flare sweater dress has accordion pleats, a tie at the waist and a slight mock neck.
    — Brittany Loggins, NBC News, 2 Dec. 2019
  • Roman shades have soft, wide pleats that fold flat when raised by a cord.
    — Alice Hurley, Good Housekeeping, 27 Aug. 2019
  • The flare of the pants and their diamond-cutting sharp pleat down the middle.
    — Liam Hess, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2021
  • Most notably, the baked beans, in small quantities, had enough weight to stretch the pleats and fall through.
    — Bradley Ford, Popular Mechanics, 25 Sep. 2019
  • His first prototype—one of more than 500—was a pair of pants Yasin baked in his home oven to set the pleats.
    — Emily Matchar, Smithsonian, 25 Sep. 2017
  • With gorgeous pleats and a cape effect, here’s one look that’s sure to win you best dressed.
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Tuck these inward and press flat on the inside of the mask so this new pleat creates a flat seal.
    — Corey Gaskin, Ars Technica, 18 Dec. 2021
  • Most of the curtains on this list use grommets, which are easy to put up and tend to make the pleats of the curtain look nice and even.
    — Heidi Wachter, Treehugger, 14 July 2023
  • It’s made from polyester fabric and has pleats for an extra breezy feel.
    — Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 29 May 2023
  • The pants have a sharp pleat and flared leg that make the set a little more structured compared to others.
    — Sarah Madaus, Town & Country, 24 July 2023
  • The restaurant's name is taken from the fashion term for a pleat with the folds all pressed in the same direction.
    — Jenn Harris, latimes.com, 16 May 2018
  • The top was short-sleeved with a belt cinching in her waist, while the long skirt was a loose cut with pleats, swirling around her ankles.
    — Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 15 July 2023
  • The asymmetrical front, paired with the pleats in the back are a match made in tennis heaven.
    — Frances Solá-Santiago, refinery29.com, 28 July 2023
  • Her bodice was fitted with skinny straps paired with a skirt of gentle pleats that fell to a train.
    — Leanne Italie, Twin Cities, 7 Jan. 2024
  • The floor-length dress was intricately detailed with lace and pleats and cinched at the waist with a thick pink band.
    — Zoë Weiner, Teen Vogue, 31 Aug. 2018
  • The pink dress featured soft pleats at the bodice that added a flourish to the body-skimming silhouette.
    — Edward Barsamian, Vogue, 25 June 2017
  • The pale gown by J. Mendel was made of chiffon, fitted in the ruched, off-the-shoulder bodice and falling from the waist in a princess-style sweep of faint pleats.
    — Maria Puente, USA TODAY, 12 July 2018
  • The countryside unfolds as a series of lush pleats of green.
    — Hanya Yanagihara, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Sep. 2018
  • The brand’s wrinkle-resistant Wrancher Dress Jean comes in a range of colors and sizes, and the front pleat adds a dressier look.
    — Thomas Hindle, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Sep. 2022
  • Work your way around the galette, folding or twisting the dough up and over on itself and forming a series of pleats.
    — Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE.com, 22 Nov. 2019
  • Meanwhile, the trousers are cut on the roomy side with a single pleat for volume, comfort and swagger.
    — Benedict Browne, Robb Report, 15 Sep. 2021
  • Vince straight leg pants With subtle pleats, these versatile pants will be a hero in your wardrobe.
    — Porter Simmons, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2023
  • Month by month, pants got puffier, growing higher rises and sprouting more and more pleats.
    — Jonah Weiner, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2024
  • The trousers' high waist and streamlined pleats nip you in while effortlessly elongating your legs.
    — Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2024

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