How to Use wool in a Sentence

wool

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  • She doesn't like wool because it can be itchy.
  • This wool cap doesn't scream the brand at you... but those who know, know.
    — Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 24 Mar. 2023
  • What's so 10 years ago about boots, pants, scarf, and a long wool coat?
    — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 10 Nov. 2023
  • Wear a pair of wool socks under boots to keep toes toasty while out and about.
    — Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Jan. 2023
  • The upper is made from soft sheepskin, and there’s a cozy wool footbed to cradle the feet.
    — Phoebe Sklansky, Parents, 7 Sep. 2023
  • The brand’s pieces like a vinyl leather trench coat and wool coat are classic staples.
    — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 17 Jan. 2024
  • Lavigne paired the tee with thigh-high boots and a floor-length wool coat (in all black, of course).
    — Carrie Wittmer, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2023
  • And unlike some wool socks that are itchy, these are soft and comfy.
    — Maya Polton, Parents, 28 Mar. 2024
  • From the get-go, anyone could have told me that a tailored navy wool coat would be a smart choice.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2023
  • The quality of the wool on this blanket is clearly very good, too.
    — Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2023
  • These, made of merino wool, will carry you through the season.
    — Town & Country, 6 Feb. 2023
  • This smart Thom Browne style has an air of classic menswear about it, thanks to its Donegal wool face.
    — Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 19 Sep. 2023
  • Radcliffe was wearing a blue and yellow wool hat and blue puffer coat.
    — Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 26 Mar. 2023
  • It’s made of extra-fine merino wool that’s been washed and boiled for a softer, warmer, and more durable feel.
    — Anna Tingley, Variety, 27 Nov. 2023
  • That said, some heavy wool items may require the heat of a dryer to dry out thoroughly.
    — Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2023
  • As the warmest type of wool, cashmere is sure to keep you cozy while touring around or on long-haul flights.
    — Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 2 Feb. 2024
  • Keep in Mind These might sound louder than wool options.
    — Alida Nugent, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2024
  • The producer wore a fleece floral hoodie while Gomez fought the cold in a cream sweater, wool coat, and, of course, her boyfriend's arms.
    — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 31 Dec. 2023
  • Cotta has a face fit for farce, with puzzled, wide eyes that Abrantes takes great pleasure in pulling the wool over.
    — J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 28 Feb. 2024
  • And there is Chanel-style wool bouclé in pale pink, or black and white woven with little ribbons and pearls.
    — Reggie Nadelson, New York Times, 21 July 2023
  • The great thing about this suit in particular is the presence of merino wool.
    — Joel Balsam, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2023
  • The material most often used in the process of felting is wool.
    — Susan Brown, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2023
  • The cozy shoes are made out of 100% wool but are still breathable for all-day wear, and feature sturdy foam soles for stepping out of the house.
    — Anna Tingley, Variety, 20 Nov. 2023
  • The line is made with premium fabrics like leather, wool, and mohair.
    — Patricia Karounos, refinery29.com, 24 Oct. 2023
  • The managing partner of the firm (Gina Torres) never has the wool pulled over her eyes.
    — Time, 11 Aug. 2023
  • Fury of the Gods press, Dame Helen Mirren donned a brown wool coat, which doubled as an hourglass gown.
    — Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 7 Mar. 2023
  • All that, plus the wool is woven in Italy using classic Super 120s counts.
    — Joel Balsam, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2023
  • You can get tailored wool blend upholstery - which is what my tester had - or leather.
    — Josh Max, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
  • The statuette was then swaddled in padded wool, to give an impression of burliness.
    — Chris Wheatley, Longreads, 31 Jan. 2023
  • This one shown above is a leather trench but be on the lookout for wool fabric pieces in this hue as that texture is ideal for warmth.
    — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 4 Dec. 2023

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