How to Use pearly whites in a Sentence

pearly whites

plural noun
  • Did these stories give you a reason to flash those pearly whites?
    — Ronnie Li, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
  • Shop the best water flossers Ready for the pearly whites of your dreams?
    — Alexis Berger, SELF, 23 June 2025
  • Beyond showing off your pearly whites, body language goes a long way when flirting.
    — Alexis Jones, Women's Health, 4 May 2023
  • Many people strive for pearly whites, but oral hygiene isn’t just about cosmetics.
    — Lacey Muinos, Health, 11 Dec. 2023
  • Blackberries are such jovial fruit, their tiny juice sacs pleading for pearly whites to burst them into juice.
    — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 28 May 2025
  • Once in the shelter’s care, she was found to be mostly healthy but in need of dental surgery to get her pearly whites in tip-top shape.
    — The Republic, The Arizona Republic, 21 Apr. 2023
  • Consider a gift to your pearly whites this holiday season.
    — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2025
  • Mention their names and Washington flashes the pearly whites.
    — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2024
  • His pearly whites start appearing infrequently — until they’re flashed in their full glory one last time at the end.
    — Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2024
  • Kids learn how to follow instructions, as well as best practices for brushing and flossing the real pearly whites in their mouths.
    — Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 8 Nov. 2023
  • Maybe that video thumbnail showing off Donaldson’s pearly whites instead of his uvula will help.
    — Wes Davis, The Verge, 23 Sep. 2023
  • Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck did more than just flash their pearly whites on Monday night.
    — Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 13 June 2023
  • After all, achieving and maintaining healthy pearly whites requires extra-diligent care, and these handy tools are sure to get the job done.
    — Lauren Dana Ellman, Allure, 12 July 2023
  • Aside from lifting stains and achieving brighter pearly whites from home, the best reason to use teeth whitening strips is their convenience factor.
    — Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Groot also underwent dental extractions during his time with us to ensure his pearly whites are shiny and healthy.
    — Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 11 Apr. 2025
  • The collection continued to ooze sparkle across evening pantsuits and sleek red-carpet gowns in shimmering gold, pearly whites, black and tawny shades.
    — Emily Mercer, WWD, 2 July 2024
  • Not only will their breath be fresh, but their pearly whites will gleam too thanks to the six-point shape that allows for effective plaque removal in hard-to-reach areas.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 29 Jan. 2023
  • Regardless of design, the best baby toothbrushes are soft, simple to use, and withstand the gnawing of tiny pearly whites.
    — Christin Perry, Parents, 6 June 2024
  • Elevate your self-care routine with a touch of teeth whitening, ensuring that your pearly whites shine with confidence and freshness.
    — Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2024
  • There are studies that prove a set of gleaming pearly whites is a measurable social and professional advantage.
    — Hannah Baxter, Allure, 9 Mar. 2023
  • The six-point form enables efficient plaque removal in difficult-to-reach locations, so not only will their breath be fresh, but their pearly whites will shine too.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 1 July 2023
  • While string floss does the trick, go ahead and try any one of the best water flossers to mix up your routine and, hey, maybe even motivate yourself to get a little more up close and personal with your pearly whites.
    — Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Apr. 2024
  • Thankfully, this sweet senior boy arrived in good health, requiring nothing more than some routine dental work to ensure his pearly whites could shine bright for his future family.
    — Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Chico's reaction to his pearly whites has delighted the internet, as many social media users took to the comments section to laud his hilarious reaction.
    — Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Aug. 2025
  • Olivia Cooke shows off her pearly whites to the cameras at the House of the Dragon season 3 premiere in London on June 8.
    — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
  • Olivia Cooke shows off her pearly whites to the cameras at the House of the Dragon season 3 premiere in London on June 8.
    — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
  • Sure, her nails probably weren't directly influenced by the timeless coffees of Dunkins everywhere, but the iced coffee color is a fun departure from her usual pearly whites and pinks.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 25 June 2024
  • Ornamental Cabbage and Kale Expand your definition of fall color with these varieties, which come in every shade from berry reds and emerald greens to pearly whites.
    — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
  • Late in the third period of Sunday’s USA-Canada thriller, Hughes’ pearly whites caught the business end of Sam Bennett’s stick.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 Feb. 2026
  • Wearing an all-black ensemble — including a lace catsuit, a minidress and a pair of fluffy mid-calf boots — the former Victoria’s Secret Angel showed off her modeling chops, flashing her pearly whites for the camera.
    — Luke Chinman, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024

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