How to Use pattern (something) on in a Sentence

pattern (something) on

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  • Use the cutter to press the seashell pattern on top of the dough balls.
    — Isabel Coss, Washington Post, 1 Dec. 2022
  • Keep In Mind The pattern on these tiles will not align.
    — Sarah Halverson, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2024
  • In the summer of 1953, the ship traced a puzzling pattern on the ocean floor.
    — Lisa Wells, Harper’s Magazine , 13 Mar. 2023
  • Or go bold and choose a patch with a pattern on the surface.
    — Rachel Murphy, Verywell Health, 30 May 2023
  • Ben-Hayun used details in the video like the headboard of a bed and the pattern on a plate.
    — Victoria Feng, NBC News, 16 June 2024
  • The jet stream has been in a blocking pattern on and off since June.
    — Dave Epstein, BostonGlobe.com, 12 July 2023
  • The strap pattern on the back might be visible through some tops.
    — Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 20 Mar. 2024
  • In some photos, Vance's tie looks red with a pattern on it.
    — Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 2 Oct. 2024
  • The forecast will follow the same pattern on Thursday, except the low will be in the high 60s.
    — Tony Roberts, Baltimore Sun, 12 Aug. 2024
  • Wiggins went all in on a largemouth pattern on Day 2 to catch 12-6 to get to the final day.
    — Frank Sargeant, al, 13 Oct. 2021
  • Quite simply, putting the core of your shotgun pattern on a tom’s neck and head will drop him in his tracks.
    — Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 21 Apr. 2023
  • The pillows are reversible as well and feature the same pattern on both sides.
    — Barbara Bellesi Zito, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2023
  • Even its crown and pushers are rugged, thanks to a special grip pattern on each.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Jan. 2023
  • To facilitate the trimming process, look for a roll with a grid pattern on the back.
    — Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 13 Nov. 2022
  • The leaflets are arranged in an alternate pattern on the stem, one side, then the other.
    — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2024
  • The growth pattern on each turtle’s shell depends on its species.
    — Celia Ford, WIRED, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Iron railings along the central staircase in the new building echo the pattern on rails in the Capitol.
    — Gregory S. Schneider, Washington Post, 10 Oct. 2023
  • The buds have a leopard pattern on the volume control, and the Beats logo is orange.
    — José Adorno, BGR, 1 Dec. 2022
  • The leaves also have a distinct pattern on them that Robert says look like the mark of angel kisses.
    — Anna Braz, Los Angeles Times, 13 Sep. 2023
  • The pattern on the table mimics that of marble but only weighs about 13 pounds.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
  • These pests cause leaves to curl and distort in shape or produce a stippling pattern on plant leaves.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2024
  • The knit pattern on the sleeveless dress was distressed on her torso, which added a chic sheer look to the ensemble.
    — Kaitlyn Huamani, Peoplemag, 23 June 2023
  • Dancehall drum pattern This is a drum pattern on loop, using a kick and snare track.
    — Leslie Shapiro, Washington Post, 1 Feb. 2024
  • One of the wasp’s favorite hosts was the greasewood silkmoth, a rare moth with a yellow owl-eye pattern on its soft gray wings.
    — Nala Rogers, Popular Mechanics, 9 Aug. 2023
  • Choose a style that ties in with other elements in the room, such as the pattern on the curtains or the finish on your nightstand.
    — Julianne Hilmes Bartlett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • An upper design around the heel allows for easier on-off of the shoe and the resin flame pattern on the outside helps hold the feet in place.
    — Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
  • The pattern on the floral shirt is provided in the attached photo.
    — Antonio Planas, NBC News, 24 July 2023
  • Lightly sketch a vine pattern on a pumpkin with a pencil.
    — Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 21 June 2023
  • And the striped pattern on this pillow will add visual interest to your space.
    — Jennifer Carmichael, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2023
  • To incorporate a similar style into your wardrobe, snag this pick that has a smooth finish on one side and a woven pattern on the other.
    — Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 8 Oct. 2024

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