How to Use outsole in a Sentence

outsole

noun
Definition of outsolenext
  • Cons The suede outsole makes these shoes a no-go on rainy days.
    — Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 22 June 2023
  • Also, the midsole and outsole are kind of one in the same here.
    — Health.com, 23 Jan. 2018
  • Trends come and go, but Vibram and its rugged-as-hell outsoles are here for the long run.
    — Tyler Watamanuk, GQ, 14 Mar. 2018
  • When picking sandals, look at the outsole to get a sense of the traction.
    — Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2022
  • The calf harness laces and snaps around your leg so the boot moves with you, and Lacrosse’s Air-Grip outsole sheds muck.
    — Morgan Lyle, Field & Stream, 20 Mar. 2023
  • The rubber outsole is made to have great traction and be very durable.
    — Jessica Booth, Parents, 3 May 2024
  • The shoes feature an all-over sandy suede, with gold and jade accents on the shank plate and outsole.
    — Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2024
  • The soft Cloudfoam rubber footbed are great for days spent by the beach or pool, while the EVA outsole keeps things nice and airy.
    — Melissa Lee, USA TODAY, 25 Apr. 2020
  • This is the part of a shoe that fits between the outsole (the bottom of the shoe that comes into contact with the ground) and the insole (on which the foot rests).
    — The Economist, 22 May 2018
  • The Sorel boots come in a dark amber leather with a substantial lug outsole.
    — Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 9 Nov. 2023
  • Deep grooves on the thick outsoles make for excellent tread on a wide range of surfaces.
    — Olivia Avitt, Peoplemag, 12 Apr. 2024
  • The sponge-like holes in the outsole allow water to pass through and certainly help this process.
    — Jeremy Rellosa, Outside Online, 20 July 2019
  • These shoes come with a midsole and outsole from the Nike Dunk models, which were both softer and wider.
    — Kyle Schnitzer, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2022
  • The slippers have a durable rubber outsole, and some shoppers say their pairs have held up for years — and even decades.
    — Rebecca Carhart, Travel + Leisure, 29 Mar. 2021
  • Officially white and flame, the orange plays on the heel counter and outsole.
    — Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2023
  • This is reflected in the low profile, dual zoom units and mesh vents on the outsole.
    — Obi Anyanwu, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2022
  • Over in Toronto, the camel brown sneakers with trendy white outsoles have won over shoppers, while the all black shoes are all the rage in New York.
    — Kylee McGuigan, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2023
  • With a soft, contoured insole and grippy outsole, this flip-flop is made to be worn all day long.
    — Sara Coughlin, SELF, 18 June 2024
  • The cushioned midsole gives the comfort of a sneaker and the Vibram outsole gives you the traction of a hiking boot.
    — Danny Perez, Popular Mechanics, 3 Oct. 2022
  • The slip-ons are thick, supportive outsoles, plus a heel strap to ensure a more secure fit.
    — Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 28 June 2024
  • Dodge any shoe that's got heavy outsoles and avoid materials that are thick and trap heat.
    — John Thompson, Men's Health, 23 Mar. 2023
  • The sneaker’s leather footbed and gum outsoles are a nod to the deep rooted history and heritage that Puma has with the sport of football.
    — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 Sep. 2023
  • If this is your goal, look for an Ugg style that includes a rubber outsole that can be worn outdoors.
    — Ana Sanchez, chicagotribune.com, 22 Jan. 2021
  • They are often found attaching the outsole and the midsole.
    — Alan Ohnsman, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024
  • World Cup-level skate boots have a full-carbon outsole.
    — Stephanie Pearson, Outside Online, 10 Oct. 2024
  • General wear and tear in trail-running shoes corresponds to the three main parts: the upper, the midsole, and the outsole.
    — Patty Hodapp, Outside Online, 28 May 2022
  • Bending the shoe in half indicates that the outsole will not give you the proper support when wearing the boots all day long.
    — Danielle Zoellner, Health, 17 Feb. 2023
  • The shoes achieve this with super grippy rubber on the outsole and often a more adjustable fit with laces that extend to the toe.
    — Johanna Flashman, SELF, 27 Aug. 2020
  • They’re fully insulated to keep your tootsies toasty when temps drop in the fall, and their outsole is designed to give enough grip to keep you on your feet when the streets ice over.
    — Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 26 Oct. 2024
  • They are made with a leather and textile upper and a rubber outsole to ensure durability and grip.
    — Kelsey Fredricks, Travel + Leisure, 16 Oct. 2024

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