grille

Example Sentences

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The Black Badge specification features a dark-anodized grille and hood figurine in the place of chrome brightwork—younger, fresher, more nocturnal, but also nicely understated, which I like.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Since the theft the museum has taken several emergency measures, including replacing the grille used by the thieves as Des Cars sought to focus on a major "Louvre -- New Renaissance" renovation of the site.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

A Southern California driver made a startling discovery Sunday morning when they found a live bird of prey stuck in the grille of their car.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 21, 2025

Competitive pressures have caused automakers to embrace ever larger and nuttier grille designs, in order to convey brand recognition farther down the road.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

I get out and check the whole car—check the doors, hood, bumpers, lights, front grille and trunk to make sure I didn’t get into an accident without noticing.

From "Wintergirls" by Laurie Halse Anderson