How to Use peppermint in a Sentence

peppermint

noun
  • And there the moon-bird rests from his flight To cool in the peppermint wind.
    — Jay Caspian Kang, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2022
  • And of course, there are vast fields of peppermint and spearmint for any needs.
    — Philip Potempa, Post-Tribune, 22 June 2018
  • Plus, the outside of the jar looks like peppermint candy.
    — Lauren Taylor, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Dec. 2022
  • For larger plants, soak rags in the peppermint oil and place them around and in the branches.
    — Joan Morris, The Mercury News, 27 May 2024
  • Some claim that the smell of peppermint and clove oil repel mice.
    — Beth Kaufman, Good Housekeeping, 26 Jan. 2021
  • Then cozy up by the fire pit to roast s'mores and drink peppermint schnapps hot chocolate.
    — Leena Kim, Town & Country, 7 Nov. 2022
  • Lyons said of the hot drink that features a blend of green and peppermint tea mixed with lemon juice and honey.
    — Ed Wittenberg, cleveland, 7 Feb. 2020
  • There’s a pile of 100 caramels and one peppermint patty.
    — Laura Feiveson, Popular Mechanics, 17 July 2020
  • The name: PEZ was derived from the German word for peppermint.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 25 Aug. 2017
  • And then there's the pickle breath, which cannot be vanquished with just the little peppermint that comes with the slush.
    — Jayme Deerwester, USA TODAY, 9 Aug. 2022
  • Flat on one side, glossy white and domed on the other, like a tempting peppermint.
    — David Phelan, Forbes, 28 Apr. 2021
  • For me, that’s a hot-fudge sundae with peppermint-stick ice cream.
    — Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 12 June 2019
  • Take a cold bath or shower and use peppermint soap or body scrub.
    — oregonlive, 5 June 2020
  • Below, a few items from Saks Fifth Avenue that are sure to help put the peppermint back in your step.
    — Vogue, 12 Nov. 2018
  • Pair with a pumpkin velouté soup or with peppermint crisp ice cream dessert.
    — Tom Mullen, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2023
  • Star notes in the blend include chamomile, lavender, peppermint, and much more.
    — Bianca Rodriguez, Country Living, 19 May 2022
  • Many, like peppermint and/or cedar oil, have not gotten the EPA’s seal of approval.
    — Julia Ries, SELF, 30 June 2023
  • Peppermint told me you guys will go on a college tour next year to combat this sort of thing, right?
    — Joey Nolfi, PEOPLE.com, 24 June 2017
  • First, that heavy dose of peppermint smells fresh and is strong enough to mask some really nasty odors.
    — Joe Jackson, Outside Online, 10 May 2018
  • Many are made with menthol, peppermint oil, CBD, and arginine to bring the tingles and warmth.
    — Jamie Ballard, Allure, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Fresh mint, or one of those fancy peppermint ones in a pyramid tea bag, how about you?
    — Laura Capon, Cosmopolitan, 8 Jan. 2018
  • In a blender, combine the ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, and Junior Mints.
    — Sydney Odman, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Oct. 2022
  • Cons The minty cooling effect from the peppermint oil may leave your lips feeling too cold in the winter months.
    — Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 13 Oct. 2023
  • The brewery makes this Milk Stout with chocolate and peppermint.
    — Marc Bona, cleveland, 10 Nov. 2020
  • Here’s a peppermint, now go listen to some of your music CDs.
    — Georgia Garvey, chicagotribune.com, 23 Nov. 2020
  • This lotion smells citrusy, with a dash of peppermint added in there.
    — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 7 June 2022
  • Ah, 'tis the season for eggnog lattes and peppermint mochas!
    — Hannah Jeon, Good Housekeeping, 25 Dec. 2019
  • Bat Magic comes in tea bag-like scent packs and contains peppermint and spearmint oils.
    — Katie Bowlby, Country Living, 12 Aug. 2020
  • Ginger tea, peppermint, or crackers might also be helpful to settle your stomach.
    — Julie Scott, Msn, Anp-Bc, Aocnp, Verywell Health, 11 Feb. 2025
  • The researchers gathered unscented wax melts and 14 scented ones, including papaya, lemon, peppermint, and bamboo.
    — Simon Spichak, Health, 5 Mar. 2025

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