How to Use spark plug in a Sentence

spark plug

noun
  • Clean off the spark plug and put it back in or install a new one.
    — David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 1 Feb. 2026
  • The porcelain of the spark plugs should be a beige color.
    — John Paul, The Providence Journal, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Remove the spark plug and spray it with something.
    — John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs and Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026
  • When healthy, Thomas is an offensive spark plug.
    — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 11 Dec. 2025
  • Replace it with a new spark plug if necessary.
    — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Replace the cap and reconnect the spark plug.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
  • This should remove the fuel from the spark plug hole that had seeped in during the flooding.
    — David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 1 Feb. 2026
  • The color of the spark plugs will tell quite a bit about the engine’s performance.
    — John Paul, The Providence Journal, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Lopes was the spark plug atop the lineup, becoming one of the best base stealers in the game.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Even if the spark plug itself is in good shape, there could be a problem with your ignition coil.
    — David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Sea vegetables are also rich in minerals which are the spark plugs of the body.
    — Mélanie Nauche, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2025
  • Check and replace spark plugs for your generators.
    — Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 26 May 2026
  • Inspect the spark plug for any signs of damage, severe wear, or black deposits of carbon.
    — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
  • If innovation is the engine of progress, then questions are the spark plugs.
    — David Henkin, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Turn your lawnmower upright and reattach the spark plug or battery.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
  • Gearboxes break, spark plugs foul, fuel-injectors clog, and on and on.
    — IEEE Spectrum, 1 June 2017
  • Black spark plugs indicate that the engine or that cylinder is getting too much fuel.
    — John Paul, The Providence Journal, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Chevrolet has changed out oxygen sensors on a couple of occasions and the spark plugs.
    — John Paul, The Providence Journal, 20 Feb. 2026
  • The manual says to replace the spark plugs at 60,000 miles.
    — John Paul, The Providence Journal, 16 Jan. 2026
  • Locate the spark plug on the side of the engine, then use a set of pliers to disconnect the thick wire at the end of the spark plug.
    — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Building off the trust shown by his coaches, Rosas has become Sandburg’s spark plug.
    — Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
  • Winchester kept it close early thanks to spark plug guard Mya Korpal.
    — Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 31 Jan. 2026
  • According to the Subaru repair manual spark plugs are due now.
    — Hartford Courant, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Miles McBride is a spark plug at the point guard spot, and Landry Shamet is a deadly 3-point shooter.
    — Robert Marvi, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Just like your car, your lawn mower occasionally needs maintenance in the form of new spark plugs, an oil change, new tires, and a new air filter.
    — Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 May 2026
  • Before sharpening, always disconnect the spark plug and safely remove the blade using gloves and a wood block.
    — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 2 June 2026
  • When the wire is disconnected, carefully turn the spark plug counterclockwise to loosen and remove it.
    — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
  • There are spark plug testers and ignition coil testers that can be helpful in diagnosing issues keeping your snow blower from starting up.
    — David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Regarding the third issue, cracking indicates the spark plug is damaged beyond repair and must be replaced.
    — David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Then remove the spark plug and add a fogging oil or small quantity of Marvel Mystery oil to the cylinder and replace the spark plug.
    — John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs and Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026

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