Example Sentences

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His wife hated the new bristles, but he let them grow fuller and wilder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

We gather her keen interest isn’t entirely touristy but also, because Hinds is so good, that his wisecracks about religion — which she bristles at — have a basis in something personal, too.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

Elephants are born with about 1,000 of these bristles, lead author Andrew Schulz told AFP, many of them anchored in the trunk's wrinkles to act like feelers and help the animals assess their surroundings.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Dr Xand says it's important to "focus on the sensation of the bristles" and approach tooth brushing mindfully, not scrolling on your phone at the same time.

From BBC • Nov. 2, 2025

He lifted the broom and pressed the bristles against the light bulb that burned in the ceiling.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote