How to Use twill in a Sentence

twill

noun
Definition of twillnext
  • The fit is adjustable by the twill tape ties on the side.
    — Danny Perez, Popular Mechanics, 2 Nov. 2022
  • This time around, the colors were more vibrant, and the twill gave a new vibe.
    — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 Dec. 2022
  • Or, try the wide-leg style in the brand's buttery-soft twill fabric if that's more your style.
    — Claire Harmeyer, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2023
  • Once packed to the brim, the twill fabric becomes more structured.
    — Rebecca Norris, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2023
  • To keep the curtain folded up, double a 3-inch piece of twill tape to make a loop.
    — Martha Stewart, star-telegram.com, 30 May 2017
  • Inspired by African prints, this thick cotton twill apron will make any kid feel like a pro in the kitchen.
    — Bon Appétit, 29 Oct. 2021
  • This twill backpack is the perfect size for a day of errands — even a grocery stop on the way home.
    — Krystin Arneson, CNN Underscored, 4 June 2020
  • The bold color-blocking and the graphic prints on silk twill are both here, but there’s newness, too.
    — Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 5 July 2018
  • The mask is made with durable machine-washable twill fabric.
    — Gregg Ellman, Star Tribune, 17 Feb. 2021
  • In terms of cover, the mattress has a breathable and soft cover made of twill fabric.
    — Deirdre Mundorf, Discover Magazine, 29 Dec. 2021
  • Crusaders’ crest logo is across the chest, with ‘28′ on sleeves and back in purple tackle twill.
    — Marc Bona, cleveland, 28 Nov. 2022
  • Spring is all about layering, and this cotton twill shirt from BP.
    — Rachel Simon, Peoplemag, 7 Apr. 2024
  • The matte yarn is twill-knit for subtle texture and soft, smooth comfort.
    — Laura Denby, Peoplemag, 21 Dec. 2022
  • There were cotton twill pants, almost like a Carhartt, canvas-y type feel.
    — Jeremy Fuchs, SI.com, 6 July 2018
  • The cap is made of 100% chino cotton twill and comes with an adjustable strap to fit various head shapes.
    — Shanon Maglente, Good Housekeeping, 19 Sep. 2022
  • Damson Idris, 32, is in head-to-toe Prada, wearing a twill sweater vest with matching pants.
    — Kory Jarvis, Essence, 9 Apr. 2024
  • These pants are made of twill, which is a breathable, lightweight fabric that’s perfect year-round.
    — Hannah Oh, Seventeen, 28 Apr. 2022
  • And they’re made of a super soft twill fabric that’s easy to move in — and expertly placed pockets on the back for a subtle lift.
    — Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 26 Aug. 2023
  • Even the soft nylon-twill face fabric feels like denim rather than plastic.
    — Kelly Bastone, Outside Online, 7 Sep. 2018
  • Moore wore Brandon Maxwell, a pink twill gazar blouse with a red crepe cummerbund skirt.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2019
  • It’s made of sweat-wicking performance twill that contains spandex for a bit of stretch.
    — Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 28 June 2023
  • It is helped by being suede and not twill or pinstriped, but is hurt by being a fedora.
    — Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 28 Aug. 2023
  • The textured rug has a basketweave design with a cotton twill border.
    — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 19 Nov. 2023
  • The material of both the top and skirt were meant to be tactile, crafted from cotton twill with an overlay.
    — Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2021
  • These knit twill pants look elegant, but feel like sweatpants.
    — Southern Living, 2 July 2021
  • Since the ’70s, has Margaret Howell ever missed with her cotton-twill jackets and boxy poplin shirts?
    — Zoe Dubno, Vogue, 16 June 2022
  • Featuring a tough-as-hell twill fabric, these are the ultimate work pants to get you through a day onsite.
    — Maverick Li, Men's Health, 3 Feb. 2023
  • The opening look was a cotton twill dress with puff sleeves and a silk sash draped across the chest, cinched with a rosette at the waist, worn with stockings, chunky leg warmers, and brown satin Mary Janes.
    — Tara Gonzalez, Harper's BAZAAR, 22 Feb. 2023
  • New fall sports coats, cashmere sweaters and twill trousers have hit the racks at Atlanta’s standard-bearing menswear shop, Sid Mashburn.
    — Mike Jordan, WSJ, 17 Sep. 2022
  • Jolie quickly changed into Hearst’s silk twill Evelyn Dress worn and a pair of strappy stiletto heels.
    — Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 26 July 2021

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