How to Use toothbrush in a Sentence

toothbrush

noun
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  • Move the toothbrush around the guard to scrub off any food waste.
    — Andrea Crowley, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2022
  • Use the toothbrush to reach all the corners and crevices.
    — Kim Komando, USA TODAY, 11 Aug. 2022
  • Once charged, the toothbrush can last up to four weeks.
    — Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 10 Dec. 2022
  • Gift-givers, step away from the chapstick and put down the toothbrush (!!).
    — Abby Dupes, Seventeen, 10 Nov. 2022
  • Hold the toothbrush over the eggs and move your thumb backwards through the bristles.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2024
  • Keep your dog's smile bright and healthy with a toothbrush!
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 23 Oct. 2022
  • While the bleach absorbs, go over the laces with a wet toothbrush, which will loosen the dirt.
    — Jessica Cherner, House Beautiful, 25 Apr. 2023
  • Jews were forced to crawl on their hands and knees and to clean the streets, in at least one case with a toothbrush.
    — Caleb Crain, The New Yorker, 10 Jan. 2022
  • Aaron’s toothbrush and toiletry bag were not on the counter.
    — Andrew Martin, Harper's Magazine, 26 Oct. 2021
  • If there is buildup stuck on the brush, scrub with something like a toothbrush.
    — Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 3 Oct. 2023
  • For the inside of the door, use a toothbrush and hot, soapy water and scrub in all the nooks and crannies.
    — Kaylei Fear, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2021
  • The best way to style your edge is to start with a toothbrush or a fine-tooth comb or even an edge brush.
    — Jada Jackson, Harper's BAZAAR, 19 Aug. 2021
  • Dip a toothbrush into the warm liquid and rub it into the gum.
    — Ann Wilson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2023
  • Dip a soft toothbrush into the solution to scrub around the edges.
    — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2023
  • Oprah isn't the only one who loves the Sonicare toothbrush.
    — Alex Warner, PEOPLE.com, 1 Nov. 2021
  • Mix the solution and use a clean rag or toothbrush to clean the backpack.
    — Joe Difazio, USA TODAY, 25 Aug. 2022
  • Use an old toothbrush and scrub between the rows of bristles.
    — Washington Post, 19 Nov. 2021
  • For buildup on the backside of the knobs, try using a toothbrush to get into the tight spaces.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2023
  • There were no showers or toothbrushes and the beds were stained with blood.
    — Washington Post, 22 July 2024
  • Use a sponge or brush to wipe them down and a toothbrush for those super hard-to-reach areas.
    — Andrea Crowley, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2022
  • Use an old toothbrush or cotton swabs to clean crevices.
    — Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 1 June 2023
  • It’s shaped like a toothbrush with a round head to cover more surface area.
    — Lacey Muinos, Health, 23 Jan. 2023
  • In that case, tossing the toothbrush protects both your child and the rest of your family.
    — Sandra Gordon, Parents, 28 June 2023
  • The golden order, by the way, is mouthwash, floss, and your toothbrush.
    — Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 16 June 2024
  • Spray a clean toothbrush with hair spray, and brush upward to hold eyebrows in place.
    — Washington Post, 1 Oct. 2021
  • In any case, hitting the flower stem with an electric toothbrush for a minute should do the trick.
    — Jeff Lowenfels, Anchorage Daily News, 21 July 2022
  • Place the head of your toothbrush against your lower teeth, and then tilt the bristles to a 45 degree angle against the gum line.
    — Bianca London, Glamour, 12 Jan. 2023
  • This is a solid deal on the Colgate Hum, which takes our top smart toothbrush spot.
    — Medea Giordano, Wired, 13 July 2022
  • To clean your garbage disposal, Lane suggests starting by cleaning the rubber flaps by using dish soap and a brush or an old toothbrush to scrub the rubber flaps that line the disposal.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2024
  • Dip an old toothbrush into the solution for stubborn stains and gently scrub the affected areas.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2024

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