How to Use propane in a Sentence

propane

noun
Definition of propanenext
Synonyms for propanenext
  • The appendix is the old propane tank in the corner of the basement to the soul.
    — Talia Argondezzi, The New Yorker, 12 Nov. 2022
  • On the back edge of the property, there was a propane tank and pile of logs stacked high.
    — Cheryl Vari, USA TODAY, 16 June 2023
  • Then turn off the gas, and disconnect and remove the propane tank.
    — Timothy Dahl, Popular Mechanics, 27 July 2023
  • True to its name, the stove runs on propane cylinders, which are easy to attach.
    — Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 23 Mar. 2023
  • What is the difference between a gas grill and a propane grill?
    — Camryn Rabideau, Peoplemag, 3 May 2023
  • The grill consists of a base with the propane burner, lava rocks, a cooking crate, and a wok.
    — Bradley Ford, Popular Mechanics, 19 Jan. 2023
  • The cause of the fire, which was under control in about 45 minutes, was a propane grill that caught fire on the back deck.
    — Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2023
  • Blankets were stapled over the windows and a rusty propane tank squatted at the end of a bed.
    — Conor Dougherty Mark Abramson Jack Healy Ariana Drehsler Campbell Robertson Desiree Rios Conor Dougherty Jamie Kelter Davis, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2023
  • The once rusty range has been restored and converted to use propane.
    — Jeastman, oregonlive, 29 Mar. 2023
  • Anderson used a lighter and propane grill to start a fire in a detached garage in Bond Hill.
    — Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 6 Jan. 2023
  • Plus, the gas hose easily attaches to the propane tank.
    — Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 26 May 2023
  • If they may have been damaged, don’t use it and call your propane service provider.
    — Angela Cordoba Perez, The Arizona Republic, 8 Nov. 2022
  • The fire was believed to be started by a propane space heater inside the RV, troopers said.
    — Tess Williams, Anchorage Daily News, 27 Sep. 2022
  • Get the portable propane grill on sale for 18% off on Amazon.
    — Gabriela Izquierdo, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2023
  • As towns like Lahaina burn, propane tanks explode, pipes melt and oil spills.
    — Sam Metz and Claire Rush, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2023
  • Since there is no propane in their van, the couple uses a diesel heater instead.
    — Kimberley Mok, Treehugger, 27 Feb. 2023
  • And of course, that includes gasoline tankers and propane tankers that can't go through the harbor tunnels.
    — Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2024
  • This tool won’t provide much value for those with propane grills.
    — Camryn Rabideau, Peoplemag, 14 July 2023
  • The Ponderosa Lodge was destroyed in a fire that may have started when a chunk of ice fell off the roof and damaged a propane line.
    — Elvia Limón, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2023
  • The grill is more expensive than other options on the market, and the propane tank is stored outside the unit.
    — Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2022
  • Finally, reconnect the propane tank, close the hood, and fire up the grill for at least 15 minutes, then turn it off.
    — Timothy Dahl, Popular Mechanics, 27 July 2023
  • The fire damage a fence and caused a propane tank to explode, blowing out a window, police said.
    — David Hernandez, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 July 2023
  • Two of the cars were carrying propane, and four cars were carrying sheet rock, Bounds said.
    — Melissa Pérez-Carrillo, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2023
  • And even if the winter is 10% warmer, only propane prices would decrease from last year, down 12%, forecasts showed.
    — Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 19 Oct. 2022
  • Don’t have fire logs, propane tanks or untreated wood decks near a structure.
    — Jeastman, oregonlive, 11 Sep. 2023
  • The faux stone fire pit is modern yet durable and comes with an unobtrusive steel storage box to hide the propane tank.
    — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2023
  • If your generator runs on propane, make sure the tank can hold enough fuel to be able to run for at least three to four days.
    — Bradley Ford, Popular Mechanics, 5 Jan. 2023
  • Five cars went completely on their sides; four were carrying sheetrock and one was a propane tanker.
    — Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 28 Feb. 2023
  • Another car containing propane came off the tracks but did not tip over.
    — Ryan Ballogg The Bradenton Herald (tns), al, 28 Feb. 2023
  • All items that would easily ignite, such as trash or shrubs and trees within 10 feet of propane tanks.
    — Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2023

Some of these examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'propane.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Last Updated: