How to Use airflow in a Sentence

airflow

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  • This hot tool features three airflow speeds, three heat settings and a cold shot button to help lock your style in place.
    — Nicole Saunders, NBC News, 13 Apr. 2021
  • Tents were too close together, overcrowded, and lacked clean water or good airflow.
    — Jonathan S. Jones, STAT, 18 Apr. 2021
  • The coat has exterior pockets to store small items, and a back vent can be opened to increase airflow or range of motion.
    — Nicol Natale, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Workplaces will also have to improve airflow and filtration in confined spaces.
    — Scott Gottlieb and Caitlin Rivers, WSJ, 2 May 2021
  • The outdoor ceiling fan has a strong airflow with adjustable speeds and a simple-yet-sleek design to complement most outdoor spaces.
    — Bridget Degnan, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2021
  • Movable Plexiglass barriers help keep the airflow safe.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 20 Apr. 2021
  • Ventilation along the roofline ensures airflow to prevent the dampness that can ruin belongings.
    — Miles Walls, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the upper airway becomes blocked during sleep, cutting off airflow throughout the night.
    — Berkeley Lovelace Jr., NBC News, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Note: Beware of N95 masks with exhalation valves in them, since those valves put your airflow back into the environment.
    — Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 21 Apr. 2021
  • Innerspring layers by design provide airflow and breathability.
    — Anthony Marcusa, chicagotribune.com, 17 Apr. 2021
  • The low sides and roomy nature of the sheet pan assist with the airflow.
    — Washington Post, 15 May 2021
  • Those hedges can grow in, so make sure there’s a bit of space for airflow.
    — Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 13 July 2024
  • Then leave the iPhone in a dry area with airflow, Apple says.
    — Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2024
  • Cut back any shrubs or plants from around the unit that may be blocking the airflow.
    — Carolyn Forté, Good Housekeeping, 18 May 2022
  • Cover with a lid that has one or two holes punched for a bit of airflow.
    — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 23 Jan. 2023
  • Look for shirts with mesh vents under the arms and on the back that improve airflow.
    — Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2021
  • But even that won’t save your buns if a large sheet pan is blocking the airflow.
    — Antara Sinha, Bon Appétit, 12 Jan. 2022
  • The criss-cross cutouts show a small amount of skin at the waist, while a larger cutout enhances airflow at the back.
    — Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024
  • And no need to worry about rot and fungus since the base has slots to allow airflow through the soil.
    — Jennifer Carmichael, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Feb. 2023
  • Offshore airflow will help heat much of the region to daytime highs in the low to mid 80s.
    — oregonlive, 6 Oct. 2022
  • Open windows and turn on the range hood fan to allow airflow.
    — Mallory Arnold, Outside Online, 19 Aug. 2022
  • The brush is lined with vents to ensure good airflow and leave your hair nice and bouncy.
    — Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 9 Oct. 2024
  • They are used to shift logs around to increase airflow and keep the flames going strong.
    — Nor'adila Hepburn, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Oct. 2023
  • Then, hang the cut stems upside down in a dry area with good airflow until the fruits, leaves, and stems are dry.
    — Marissa Wu, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2023
  • Inside, of course, the airflow comes from fans or HVAC systems.
    — Rachel Kurzius, Washington Post, 22 Nov. 2022
  • The presence of smoke in the sky largely depends on airflow.
    — Lawrence Andrea, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Sep. 2021
  • Plus, the design is flattering on the waist and allows airflow to keep you cool in the heat.
    — Megan Schaltegger, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2024
  • Even with this smaller space, the food still didn’t touch and there was ample airflow.
    — Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2023
  • Right out of the box, the case has an eye-catching front panel that improves airflow but can be swapped out for one of four optional front panels with wood, glass, and metal finishes to fit your taste.
    — Pcmag Staff, PCMAG, 9 Jan. 2025
  • That expansive nature also means there’s better airflow, which is key for cooling rigs.
    — Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 16 Dec. 2024

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