How to Use exterior in a Sentence

exterior

1 of 2 adjective
  • At some point in the '30s, one man was pinned to the exterior wall by a truck.
    Hadley Mendelsohn, House Beautiful, 22 June 2023
  • The goal is to seal any exterior openings and close any pipes that might freeze when met with frosty temps.
    Abby Wilson, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2023
  • Why pick Painter's White out of all of Behr's exterior paint colors?
    Clara Haneberg, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2023
  • At the start, those exterior shots of the house at 704 Hauser Street seem so anodyne.
    Vulture, 6 Dec. 2023
  • The Horse Barn has eight horse stalls, one wash bay, tack room, feed room and a large exterior riding arena.
    Roger Sands, Forbes, 7 May 2023
  • Stuff the main compartment with clothes, then use the exterior compression straps to seal it all in.
    Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2024
  • Eight exterior pockets and loops offer space to store the tools, and tool handles are made of wood and will fit snugly in their hand.
    Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2024
  • To clean, wipe the interior and exterior with a damp cloth.
    Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2023
  • The vegan leather trim makes for a great exterior look.
    Jasmine Gomez, Women's Health, 11 Aug. 2023
  • The team painted the entire interior and helped to raise two exterior walls for a new home.
    The Indianapolis Star, 12 Jan. 2024
  • Advertisement The cruise ship was equally big, with two floors and an exterior deck built in front of an LED screen.
    Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2024
  • Look for an exterior paint that is designed for use on metal.
    Rena Behar, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2023
  • Following Perry's death, fans flocked to the West Village building used for the exterior shots in the show, placing flowers and signs for the beloved star.
    Caitlin O'Kane, CBS News, 30 Oct. 2023
  • Pipes near exterior areas – like those in your garage or attic – are more likely to freeze.
    Caitlin O'Kane, CBS News, 17 Jan. 2024
  • Like most Away bags, this suitcase comes with a leather luggage tag and a scuff eraser for buffing out exterior nicks.
    Ashlea Halpern, wsj.com, 21 Oct. 2023
  • And, with extra stitching on the seams and sturdy exterior and interior ties, this is a robe that’s built to last.
    Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2023
  • The exterior zip pockets allow for quick and easy access to your essentials while in line at the airport or a local eatery.
    Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2024
  • The resident was found on exterior stairs with a severe head injury and frostbite.
    Washington Post Staff, Washington Post, 17 Dec. 2023
  • Luckily, the concept's flashy exterior styling elements and a most deluxe cabin have made the leap to real life.
    Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 18 Apr. 2023
  • Because of where it’s staged, the sleek Greek retreat with the air of a museum cafe isn’t allowed to announce itself with exterior lights or signage.
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 25 Sep. 2023
  • Halloween Porch Wreath For some unexpected placement, hang a festive fall wreath on the exterior wall of your home.
    Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 8 Aug. 2023
  • Six of the top 10 items that increase a home's value are exterior features, with an outdoor TV bringing the highest premium of 3.1%.
    Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2024
  • It’s designed with padded shoulders, a button front, and two exterior flap pockets.
    Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 12 Jan. 2024
  • His house has an interior door and an exterior storm door.
    Arelis R. Hernández, Washington Post, 17 Apr. 2023
  • Lockout status means a schools’ exterior doors are locked and access is limited from the outside, but the school day takes place as scheduled inside.
    Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 11 Sep. 2023
  • Plus, there are exterior pockets with zippers which securely hold your phone and keys.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 14 Dec. 2023
  • The exterior polyester material is made to be waterproof, tear-proof, and protect from dust, moisture, bugs, and mildew.
    Addie Morton, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2023
  • The exterior look is classic BMW, an all-around, sturdy-looking design.
    James Raia, The Mercury News, 31 Mar. 2024
  • The unique cabin has an upstairs bedroom accessible either from an exterior staircase or a steep set of stairs in the living room up through a small hole in the ceiling.
    Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 31 Jan. 2024
  • The two-level trailer comes with a full-service bar, fold-down walls that become a floor, exterior lights, and a generator to power the freezer, fridge and ice machine.
    Alex Demarban, Anchorage Daily News, 12 Aug. 2023
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exterior

2 of 2 noun
  • The building has a rather plain exterior.
  • One caveat, whether the paint is sprayed or brushed on: Don’t clog the weep holes at the bottom of the frame on the exterior.
    Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Then, slice off the white pith from the exterior, leaving just the flesh of the oranges.
    Gisela Williams, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2024
  • From the exterior, the steel frame is clad in white oak and copper.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2024
  • But this is mostly about the exterior of the house and what the public sees.
    Joanne Kempinger Demski, Journal Sentinel, 5 Jan. 2024
  • The ice bath Josh ordered seems to have a gray faux-wood exterior and comes with a lock to keep the kids out.
    Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 28 July 2023
  • And there’s an outdoor unit, which from the exterior looks like a big box with a fan.
    Stephen Cass, IEEE Spectrum, 3 Apr. 2024
  • The fuzzy boucle exterior comes in bright red and a more subtle white that’s chic enough to leave out all year long.
    Jessica Comstock, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2024
  • The exterior is a testament to the skill of Van der Valk’s aluminum shapers and welders.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2024
  • The exterior is a rugged matte black, with bright blue numbers and watch hands meant to evoke the color of the eyes of the Fremens.
    Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 24 Feb. 2024
  • Feel free to use a brush to evenly apply the oil to the skillet or the exterior of the quesadilla.
    Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 12 Aug. 2023
  • The home is just a few years old, built in 2020, and has a lot of curb appeal with the brick exterior framed by white columns and archways.
    Joe Mutascio, The Indianapolis Star, 6 June 2023
  • Much has been written about the use of stainless steel for the exterior as the main source of the production delays.
    Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 29 Nov. 2023
  • Ask a handyman to drill holes in the sill to let any moisture drain to the exterior of your home rather than dripping down inside the walls.
    Stefanie Waldek, House Beautiful, 23 Aug. 2023
  • The designer said the exterior was inspired by the clean lines of large SUVs.
    Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2023
  • But Rush said the happy exterior hid a deep well of pain and struggles with mental health.
    Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2024
  • Lee took part in the laying of a wreath at the site of the bombing on the exterior of the church after the service, when Jackson had departed.
    Greg Garrison | , al, 15 Sep. 2023
  • The exteriors are often clad in vinyl siding — a sensible way to keep out the rain and the fog coming off the East River.
    Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 25 Jan. 2024
  • If the interior is anything like the exterior, the owner is in for a treat, though.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 Jan. 2024
  • On the exterior, the house is characterized by the use of tar and gravel roofing.
    Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2024
  • And the exterior is made of a moisture-resistant suede.
    Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 30 Dec. 2023
  • On the exterior of the tree, about the first two inches is where all those living cells that are taking food up and storing sugars.
    Kimberley Mok, Treehugger, 13 July 2023
  • The fastest way to transform any exterior is put two containers next to your front door and plant your mailbox.
    Abby Wilson, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Sep. 2023
  • The cracked, rugged exterior will be crisp and dappled with pockets that are just starting to turn golden brown.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2023
  • On the exterior, the house is characterized by the use of wood shake roofing / shingles.
    Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2024
  • These shoes have a classic penny loafer silhouette, but the many rhinestones all over the exterior are a vibe of their own.
    Robin Raven, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2023
  • Not only does the suede exterior look super soft but the inside is lined with fuzzy fabric, too.
    Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2023
  • On the exterior, the lowrider’s delicate chrome and gold plating sparkles against the car’s rich, olive-green varnish.
    Natalie Arroyo Camacho, refinery29.com, 12 Sep. 2023
  • Look for cracks or a slimy or powdery exterior and avoid using those eggs.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 12 June 2023
  • The no-frills exterior isn’t bulky and fits snug against standard 13- by 9-inch casserole dishes.
    Addie Morton, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2023

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