How to Use coat in a Sentence

coat

1 of 2 noun
  • The dog has a thick coat.
  • He was wearing a coat and tie.
  • She put on her coat, hat, and gloves, and then she went outside.
  • The house needed three coats to cover the original paint.
  • Rule of thumb: The bigger the coat, the shorter the shorts.
    — Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 22 June 2023
  • Give a few pinecones a light coat of white spray paint and let dry.
    — Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2023
  • Though, not all of us do so in a slick $2,750 Loewe coat—that’s all Styles.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Dogs with white coats and blue eyes can even give off a red glow.
    — Jennifer Nelson, Southern Living, 29 July 2023
  • Jared Leto Jared Leto's white coat was so bright, the actor had to wear shades.
    — USA TODAY, 20 June 2023
  • Demna had his mother open the show in a navy tench coat.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2023
  • No more would men be required to wear a coat and tie on the Senate floor.
    — Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 4 Dec. 2023
  • The dogs who used this shampoo both have a double coat and itchy skin.
    — Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 9 Feb. 2024
  • The assailant drags him by his coat to the ground and repeatedly stabs him in the chest.
    — Rebecca Rosenberg, Fox News, 4 Oct. 2023
  • The fewer coats, the more transparent the effect will be.
    — Annie Blay, Allure, 20 Feb. 2024
  • Plenty of hooks, a closet to store coats, and a bench are vital.
    — Dominique Fluker, Essence, 9 Nov. 2023
  • Jenner paired the coat with a white hardshell purse and a pair of thigh-high white boots worn over dark pants.
    — Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 28 Oct. 2023
  • Brosnan wore a t-shirt and blue dress shirt under a black zip-up coat.
    — Jack Smart, Peoplemag, 19 Mar. 2024
  • Feel free to snag the matching midi skirt and tuxedo coat, too.
    — Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2023
  • What’s old is new again, and what’s hundreds of years old is getting a fresh coat of paint.
    — Helena Madden, ELLE Decor, 13 June 2023
  • Place the chicken in a large plastic bag, then pour the marinade all over it, turning to coat.
    — Sandra A. Gutierrez, Saveur, 5 Oct. 2023
  • The actress accessorized the look with a bridal veil, a midi-length white suede and faux fur coat.
    — Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 4 Mar. 2024
  • The image depicts a coat by Beene with its sleeves tied around itself.
    — José Criales-Unzueta, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2023
  • Plan out and display outfits with a mannequin or use it as a makeshift coat rack.
    — Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 18 May 2023
  • Fox’s shoes were one of two white elements in her ensemble, the other being a fur coat shrugged off her shoulders.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • The suspect at the time of the incident wore a black shirt, a black coat, and a black hat with multi-colored stars on it.
    — Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Many public schools have a closet for kids who come to school without the proper attire (such as a coat for recess).
    — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Finally, they’re shoved out the door in Texas, no coat, no ID, no money, no phone, and have to try to make their way home.
    — Literary Hub, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Remember to apply a top coat of glitter to keep the nail design intact.
    — Paola Zamarripa, Glamour, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Make repairs and clean and touch up any rusted areas with a fresh coat of rust-resistant paint.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 10 Feb. 2026
  • To experience the magic for yourself, apply just two coats of the clear polish to clean, bare nails.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026

coat

2 of 2 verb
  • Coat the chicken with flour.
  • My shoes are coated with mud.
  • Rock dust coated his hair.
  • Add the oil and butter and swirl to coat the bottom of the pan.
    — The View, ABC News, 22 Nov. 2023
  • Add the pork chops to the flour and turn to coat all sides, including the edges.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 23 Feb. 2024
  • Place the flour in a shallow dish, add the chicken and turn to coat both sides.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 12 Apr. 2023
  • Order the dish with rice, and all that sauce will coat each bite.
    — The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 13 Sep. 2023
  • Stir the lamb to make sure all sides are coated with the marinade.
    — cleveland, 6 Sep. 2023
  • Fold and close the bag, then shake gently to coat the kernels with the oil.
    — Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2024
  • Add your greens and toss, making sure the leaves are coated evenly in the oil and spices.
    — USA TODAY, 14 May 2023
  • At first there’s the milk, with a subtle smoky flavor that coats your mouth.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2023
  • Gently stir in the cooked, cooled squash to coat it, being careful not to break up the squash.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2023
  • The thick milk is spiked with a bit of sriracha to serve as the base before coating with the crunchy panko topping.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2024
  • The lodge is open year-round but shines in the spring when the vibrant dogwood blossoms coat the trees.
    — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2024
  • Line a baking pan with foil, and coat it with cooking spray.
    — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2023
  • Then, a team of 10 people had to sort all of the gems in order to coat the piece’s bracelet, bezel, dial, and crown.
    — Justin Ray, Robb Report, 11 July 2023
  • The zippers are coated, too, so that moisture can’t sneak in.
    — Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2024
  • It's used as an accent alongside a warm gray paint color, which coats the rest of the walls.
    — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • In fact, the fried shrimp served there today are coated in breadcrumbs.
    — Ben Mims, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2023
  • Add the wine, scraping the bottom of the pot, and reduce until the mixture coats the back of a spoon, about 2 minutes.
    — Ronna Welsh, Washington Post, 24 May 2023
  • Cover the bowl and shake it to thoroughly coat with the seasoning.
    — Clarissa Wei, Saveur, 30 Nov. 2023
  • These cookie sheets are not coated and should be hand washed for best care.
    — Molly Allen, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2024
  • The sky darkened, and strobes of light coated the court building in purple.
    — Jamie Landers, Dallas News, 1 Sep. 2023
  • Strands of steel wire were coated in rubber and formed into two hoops to make the edges of the tire, known as the beads, which lock the tire onto the wheel.
    — Michael Grabell, ProPublica, 3 May 2023
  • That meat is then coated in a brown-butter sauce with a little salt and some lemon juice.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2023
  • Smooth Boston creme is sandwiched between two soft vanilla cookies, then coated in a thick chocolate shell.
    — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Some are void of filling, coated in the matcha or soybean powders or accompanied by dip.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Many are coated in a vibrant pops of red or blue, while maintaining a lightweight, long-lasting construction.
    — Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
  • The sun comes out, coating the top layer of the icy snow with water, and suddenly, the track is a half-second faster.
    — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
  • Gusty desert winds coated everyone in dust and blew Noem’s hair wildly around her ball cap.
    — Nick Miroff, The Atlantic, 7 Feb. 2026

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