How to Use rubber in a Sentence

rubber

noun
  • To top it off, the black rubber strap sports the same pyramid studs as the bezel.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2024
  • But there is still a problem where the rubber meets the road.
    Jack Ewing, New York Times, 8 May 2023
  • But Take Note: If the rubber gets pulled around, the bottle may leak.
    Phoebe Sklansky, Parents, 31 July 2023
  • The rubber sole has strong traction, and the springy midsoles add a pep to your step.
    Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 12 July 2023
  • The boots have a full-grain leather upper with a rubber wrap-around band.
    Meg Carney, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2024
  • The boots have black laces, rubber soles and leather uppers.
    Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 July 2023
  • Kutter Crawford is on the hill for the rubber match to make his first start against the Cubs.
    Amin Touri, BostonGlobe.com, 16 July 2023
  • Plus, the reverse side of the tray works as a cutting board with a juice groove and rubber edges.
    Bellamy Richardson, wsj.com, 8 Nov. 2023
  • This one features a durable rubber strap that's easy to attach to the leash.
    Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2023
  • Pour resin into a rubber mold and let dry for 24 hours.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2023
  • The air smells of flowers tinged with the essence of glue, of which there are the three varieties — white, sticky and rubber.
    Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2023
  • The bats made a bit of history in their rubber match against the Angels.
    Shawn McFarland, Dallas News, 15 May 2023
  • The durable sole is made of slip-resistant rubber and the lace-up style helps the shoe fit more snugly.
    Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 19 Oct. 2023
  • The rubber soles give you plenty of support and grip while walking around the parks.
    Megan Dubois, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2024
  • Put your rubber mask on, girl, and slap down some real sound!
    Anne Carson, The New Yorker, 22 Jan. 2024
  • Most models have a handle on the top and rubber feet at the bottom to ensure a firm grip.
    Belle Duchene, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2024
  • With a rubber spatula, scrape down the sides of the bowl several times.
    Lisa Yockelson, BostonGlobe.com, 9 May 2023
  • Made of natural rubber, this mat is safe to hand wash with mild soap and warm water.
    Julie Evans, Parents, 23 Oct. 2023
  • Keep in Mind Our testers found that the rubber material gets very hot when sitting out in the sun.
    Renee Freemon Mulvihill, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2023
  • There’s smoke first and foremost on the palate, followed by notes of vanilla, lemon, rubber, and black pepper.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2023
  • The wristbands were made of plastic, rubber, cloth, leather, and metal (gold and silver).
    Korin Miller, Health, 2 Sep. 2023
  • Pour a 1:1 mixture of epoxy resin and polyamine hardener into the rubber ice cube trays.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2023
  • The rubber material is easy to spot clean or wash with soap and water.
    Christin Perry, Parents, 29 Mar. 2024
  • Plus, their hides are very thick — just imagine trying to sink your teeth into a rubber tire.
    Joshua Rapp Learn, Discover Magazine, 6 June 2023
  • The dustpan also features a rubber lip that sits flush to the floor so no debris is left behind.
    Kat De Naoum, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2023
  • Also, do not use rubber or metal clasps or bands to tie the hair while sleeping; this can lead to more breakage and hair loss.
    Hasina Jeelani, Vogue, 31 Jan. 2024
  • These ankle boots are made from quality rubber with a sweet ribbon pull tab at the back.
    Leonora Epstein, Peoplemag, 3 May 2024
  • His chief interrogator then grabbed a rubber hose and whipped his hands.
    Ian Shapira, Washington Post, 17 Dec. 2023
  • The loop handles have a rubber lining that’s comfortable to grip.
    Camryn Rabideau, Peoplemag, 16 Jan. 2024
  • Use wire mesh to get your braids to stand up, and add plastic or rubber snake heads to the end of each for the terrifying finishing touch.
    Jill Gleeson, Country Living, 16 Aug. 2023

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