How to Use pill in a Sentence

pill

1 of 2 verb
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  • The fabric at the edge of the seat tends to pill quickly too.
    — Wired, 11 July 2022
  • If your go-to leggings is starting to pill or fade, this is the pair to sub it out with.
    — Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 July 2021
  • Also nice: the fleece fabric doesn't pill, so its fibers won't end up all over your clothes.
    — Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2023
  • Plus, the sheets are designed with a fabric that won't pill, wrinkle, or fade over time.
    — Amy Schulman, PEOPLE.com, 14 Jan. 2022
  • Pierce points to pill bottles on a bathroom counter in one photo.
    — oregonlive, 15 Mar. 2022
  • The Crew Socks Soft socks that won’t pill, shrink, or feel like cardboard after a single wash?
    — Talia Abbas, Glamour, 17 Feb. 2023
  • Be aware that the formula may pill when rubbed onto skin.
    — April Franzino, Good Housekeeping, 20 Dec. 2022
  • Keep in Mind One tester felt that the silky border was dated and was concerned the blanket might pill over time.
    — Erica Reagle, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2023
  • The longer plant fibers make for a softer, smoother finish that's unlikely to pill or fray.
    — Theresa Holland, Peoplemag, 1 Mar. 2023
  • Plus, the edges are reinforced with double stitches, so the set won't fray or pill over time.
    — Amy Schulman, PEOPLE.com, 6 May 2022
  • Nylon is moisture-wicking and the fabric won’t pill or stretch out.
    — Christian Gollayan, Men's Health, 14 Nov. 2022
  • Even the best fleece and flannel blankets are known to pill, so use a depiller to keep them looking their best, Blundell says.
    — Laura Daily, Washington Post, 31 Oct. 2022
  • While blends that combine different fibers can be more likely to pill, these sheets held up fairly well in our pilling tests in the Lab.
    — Grace Wu, Good Housekeeping, 18 Oct. 2022
  • Plus, under makeup, the serum doesn’t pill or add unwanted shine.
    — Katie Intner, Harper's BAZAAR, 13 Apr. 2023
  • Good quality flannel will hold its shape and color and will not pill even after years of use.
    — Brad Lanphear, Men's Health, 17 Dec. 2022
  • Juste note that this type of blend with cotton and synthetics may pill more easily.
    — Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 9 Jan. 2023
  • Even after multiple washes, the sheets won't shrink or wrinkle, plus the fabric won't pill over time.
    — Amy Schulman, PEOPLE.com, 14 Apr. 2022
  • Customers absolutely love that the sheets are super soft yet don't pill.
    — Brittany Vanderbill, PEOPLE.com, 31 Oct. 2021
  • Even after multiple washes, the sheets are designed to keep their color and softness and won't pill or tear over time.
    — Amy Schulman, PEOPLE.com, 9 Apr. 2022
  • Notably, the set is made with long staple cotton—or cotton fibers that are longer when they're harvested—which makes the sheets less likely to pill over time.
    — Lindsey Vickers, USA TODAY, 14 Oct. 2020
  • Luckily the sheets won't pill or tear over time, either — even after being laundered in the washing machine again and again.
    — Amy Schulman, PEOPLE.com, 29 Jan. 2022
  • Plus, the fabric itself is buttery soft for wear-all-day comfort, though keep in mind the buttery-feel fabrics tend to pill more easily.
    — Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 9 Jan. 2023
  • As a top performer in the Lab, the sheets held up to washing with minimal shrinkage and didn't pill during durability tests.
    — Good Housekeeping, 14 Mar. 2023
  • The fleece is incredibly cozy and, crucially, doesn't pill like other sweaters.
    — Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 23 Nov. 2022
  • Just remember to follow the care instructions, as the soft fabric is on the delicate side and can pill if washed too frequently.
    — Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 14 Mar. 2023
  • The fabric was durable in our Lab tests and didn't pill at all, which is a big accomplishment because our abrasion machine rubs each swatch 1,000 times with a rough fabric.
    — Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 4 May 2022
  • Keep in mind that, on top of not doing well during our sandpaper test, these sheets had already begun to pill after just a few washes.
    — Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Oct. 2023
  • The fabric may start to pill from friction and everyday use, so make sure to occasionally use a fabric shaver to keep these stools looking their best.
    — Addie Morton, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2023
  • This sunscreen stick tends to pill a little bit, and probably won’t be ideal for applying under or over makeup.
    — Daley Quinn, Health, 11 June 2023
  • For a lightweight, yet moisturizing sunscreen that won’t pill when layered with other products, this one by Biossance is a dream.
    — Vogue, 3 Feb. 2022
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pill

2 of 2 noun
  • She took a pill for her headache.
  • The drug is available as a pill or a liquid.
  • The number of pills taken and the time of dosage is then recorded on the app.
    — IEEE Spectrum, 19 Aug. 2023
  • Say there’s a pill that adds a year of life to anyone who takes it.
    — Leif Wenar, WIRED, 27 Mar. 2024
  • This is a bitter pill for many and not just Beaver fans.
    — Bill Oram, oregonlive, 5 Aug. 2023
  • She was handed the first pill and a small bottle of water.
    — Chris Kenning, USA Today, 4 June 2023
  • Birth control pills can raise the risk for blood clots, strokes, and heart attacks.
    — Maggie Fox, TIME, 5 Apr. 2024
  • That's why this kind of pill is sometimes called a mini-pill.
    — Sydney Lupkin, NPR, 4 Mar. 2024
  • So there's Instant Knockout Cut, out top choice for the best weight loss pills for men.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Oct. 2023
  • While an over-the-counter option is new, progestin-only pills aren’t.
    — Emily Mullin, WIRED, 18 July 2023
  • Read More Once the over-the-counter birth control pill is available, what about cost and coverage?
    — Marin Wolf, Dallas News, 19 July 2023
  • Among the items found were an anti-anxiety pill, a used needle and a plastic bag near a beer can.
    — David Chiu, Peoplemag, 31 July 2023
  • Weight loss pills aren’t a replacement for a healthy diet and lifestyle.
    — Discover Magazine, 22 Jan. 2024
  • The book gave a glimpse of the depths of his alcohol and pill reliance, as well as hope for those who are seeking sobriety.
    — Kelly Wynne, Peoplemag, 30 Oct. 2023
  • Some leggings tend to feel itchy when worn for prolonged hours, or pill after a few washes.
    — Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 24 Nov. 2023
  • These five and a half little pills might be part of my life forever so that depression doesn’t have to be.
    — Courtney Enlow, Glamour, 22 Aug. 2023
  • Patients who don’t have easy access to the health care system may benefit the most from over-the-counter birth control pills.
    — Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 15 July 2023
  • The sheriff's office posted a picture of dozens of light orange pills.
    — Andrea Vacchiano, Fox News, 19 July 2023
  • The average price of generic Viagra is around $1 to $3 per pill.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Nov. 2023
  • If that’s not helpful, birth control pills or the Mirena IUD may be worth exploring with your provider. 7.
    — Addison Aloian, Women's Health, 15 June 2023
  • More lung cancer news Lung cancer deaths cut in half with AstraZeneca pill, large trial finds.
    — Linda Carroll, NBC News, 1 Nov. 2023
  • Officials tested the pills and confirmed the presence of fentanyl, CBP said.
    — Stephen Sorace, Fox News, 22 Nov. 2023
  • But 100% deposit insurance might be a hard pill to swallow.
    — Eamon Barrett, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2023
  • Liquid forms of the drug, suitable for children who are too young to swallow pills, are in short supply, according to the FDA's list.
    — Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2023
  • That pill, called Release, helps dieters on the plan achieve their weight loss goals, but also improve their overall health.
    — Paul Kita, Men's Health, 10 May 2023
  • Officials have warned that one fentanyl pill, about 2 milligrams, is enough to kill a person.
    — Jeff A. Chamer, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2024
  • The Celtics should sign Brown to a super-max contract, even with the hint of bitterness that comes with swallowing the expensive pill.
    — Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 1 June 2023
  • But later in life, Hsing-Hsing took a shine to blueberry muffins, which keepers used to give him pills.
    — Chris Klimek, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 Oct. 2023
  • Uncles, friends, cousins, normal people, some people that just got in a car wreck and started taking a pain pill to manage it.
    — Jack Irvin, Peoplemag, 7 Feb. 2024
  • This drug, available in injectable form but also as a pill, was originally approved in 2017 for diabetes.
    — Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 30 Apr. 2024

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