Example Sentences

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Seal up air leaks: Inexpensive weatherstripping and caulking around leaky doors and windows stop hot air from seeping in and forcing your AC to run longer.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026

Blood was also seeping from the Italian's shoe during a must-win fourth set, which he later explained was caused by a problematic toenail.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

There’s the grief, seeping into Maxine’s life and twisting itself around the gratitude, tightening its grip.

From Salon • Jun. 29, 2026

“Even if in your gut you think it’s Max Cady, it feels like it’s seeping into the family from all different directions.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The floor was slick and cold; she could feel it seeping through the soles of her boots as she walked toward the throne.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo