How to Use rug in a Sentence

rug

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  • You could tell that he was wearing a rug.
  • I accidentally spilled wine on the rug.
  • Like poop in the living room, pee on the couch and barf on the rug.
    — Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 23 Mar. 2024
  • Jute area rugs are some of the most durable rugs, and this one is on sale for $101.
    — Carly Totten, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2023
  • The low-pile rug has a neutral striped pattern that’s easy to style.
    — Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 17 Apr. 2024
  • One couple took rugs from their home to use for walking down the aisle.
    — Alix Strauss, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2024
  • One man got down on his knees and kissed the rug emblazoned with the ship’s logo.
    — Ceylan Yeginsu Scott McIntyre, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2024
  • The jute and cotton rug continues the pattern and color of the white oak floor.
    — Marni Elyse Katz, BostonGlobe.com, 9 June 2023
  • Weathered beams and an antique rug help the room feel layered and lived-in.
    — Rachel Barrett, Country Living, 5 Sep. 2023
  • Noguchi lighting and Maharam rugs to add to the classic feel.
    — Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 11 Dec. 2023
  • There was a down comforter and pillows and a little rug, too.
    — AZCentral.com, 28 Aug. 2023
  • Inside, women and children sat on thick rugs laid out on the dirt.
    — Sarah Dadouch, Washington Post, 11 Sep. 2023
  • Soften the hard edges found in bathrooms with fun fabrics and soft rugs.
    — Sarah Egge, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Oct. 2023
  • Every time Jaime thinks she’s moved one step ahead, the rug is pulled from under her.
    — Martin Holmes, Vulture, 12 May 2023
  • Some were impressed the lump under the rug was so easily missed.
    — Mark Price, Miami Herald, 21 Feb. 2024
  • And on the hardwood floor, a large cowhide rug in shades of taupe layered over a taupe wool sisal define the seating area.
    — Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2024
  • An area rug and overhead lighting set the stage for cozy autumn nights.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2023
  • Add a funky rug that not only keeps those winter boots cozy but also sets the tone for a fun, fresh vibe.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2024
  • He was covered with a comforter, sheet and a rug, according to the report.
    — Kc Baker, Peoplemag, 12 May 2023
  • Dogs have been known to chew on rugs, couches, and more in an effort to relieve boredom.
    — Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 1 Jan. 2024
  • All the while The Dude is just looking to get compensation for the rug his attackers pissed on.
    — Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 4 May 2023
  • For pet parents or those who have kids who are prone to spilling, this washable area rug is a great option.
    — Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2023
  • Bring in a plush rug to add padding and warmth underfoot and anchor your space.
    — Molly Miller, House Beautiful, 21 June 2023
  • The space was complete with chairs, rugs, and select titles curated by the team.
    — Elena Giardina, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Aug. 2023
  • At almost any hour of the day, you’ll be overwhelmed with the urge to Google if there’s a better way to deep-clean your rug, pan, or ceiling fan.
    — Meghana Indurti, The New Yorker, 25 Sep. 2023
  • Try a sisal rug in a pale platinum or neutral window panels that pick up a room's wood tones.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2023
  • Each stripe of the rug is made up of 25 different yarns in complementary tones, the order of which is chosen by the weaver.
    — New York Times, 10 Nov. 2023
  • One reviewer gave them five stars: ‘This product is amazing to keep your rugs stuck in place.
    — Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2024
  • The rooms are equally impressive, Watts says, thanks to their rich wooden floors and antique rugs.
    — Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 13 Feb. 2024
  • Tons of Amazon shoppers rave about the area rug, with over two thousand giving it a five-star rating.
    — Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 9 Aug. 2023

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