egg on

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Enter my dummy-simple version: I start the rice cooker before taking my dog, Otto out, and when I return, I spoon a bit into a small bowl and slide a quick over-easy egg on top.

From Salon • Jan. 29, 2026

The retired farmer had queued up on November 29 at a launch of Bardella's new book in the southern town of Moissac, squashing an egg on his head when he reached him.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

Executives at UnitedHealth Group had egg on their faces on Tuesday morning.

From Slate • May 14, 2025

My father said that all he could afford to eat was an ovo frito, egg on bread, and that would be his one meal a day.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2024

She showed no reaction to the announcement that they were going to see Muriel, and she had laid an egg on Kendra’s bed during the night.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull