How to Use splash in a Sentence

splash

1 of 2 verb
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  • The dog was splashing through the waves.
  • We could hear the waves splashing against the side of the boat.
  • The baby splashed the water.
  • He dropped the bottle and bleach splashed onto the floor.
  • We were splashed by a passing car.
  • She splashed cold water on her face.
  • She splashed her face with cold water.
  • Don't splash water at your brother.
  • I accidentally splashed some water on the floor.
  • Kids can make a craft, splash in a stream and climb in a tree house.
    — The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Aug. 2023
  • The buoy shape is easy for little ones to grasp and splash around with.
    — Christin Perry, Parents, 29 Mar. 2024
  • With a big smile on his face, the boy splashed back and giggled as David got soaked.
    — Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 21 Aug. 2023
  • The capsule should splash down in the Pacific Ocean in about three weeks.
    — Peter Weber, The Week, 15 Nov. 2022
  • Toward the beams of sunlight that shone through cracks in the rock and splashed the turquoise water.
    — Emily Davies, Washington Post, 20 Jan. 2024
  • Insects buzzed all around me as light rain splashed onto the surface of the lake.
    — Johnny Dodd, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2024
  • The fresh air and sunshine—or even splashing in puddles in the rain—are great ways to have a change of scenery.
    — Rebecca Hastings, Parents, 8 Feb. 2024
  • So at the creek that day, Eh lit a cigar, poured himself a glass of whisky and splashed some on the ground for his brother.
    — Diana Durán, Washington Post, 23 Jan. 2024
  • The children splashed around the pool while their parents chatted on the shaded grass.
    — Hiba Yazbek, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2023
  • Case in point: a bomber made from plastic and textile strips and splashed with the Ghanaian flag.
    — Mary Holland, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2023
  • When safety Max Williams caught the ball, water droplets splashed in his face.
    — Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2023
  • In the meantime, splash your eyes with water, or use a cool compress to speed things up.
    — Kristin Canning, Health, 30 June 2023
  • Jen and Ben lounge poolside, as the baby naps and her brothers splash around in the water.
    — Time, 18 Nov. 2022
  • Joyous shouts were heard as villagers dashed and splashed around in the water, trying to catch the fowl.
    — Chris Pandolfo, Fox News, 18 Aug. 2023
  • There are people who love splashing around in the water and those who would prefer to keep their toes in the dry sand.
    — Erin Johnson, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2024
  • Your kids can spend the day splashing in the waves, creating sand castles, and playing on the shore.
    — Karen Cicero, Parents, 14 Sep. 2023
  • To celebrate the holiday, the actor splashed around in the water with his two kids.
    — Hannah Sacks, Peoplemag, 27 Dec. 2023
  • That quartet will splash down off the coast of Florida in the Crew Dragon Freedom.
    — Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Oct. 2022
  • Children splash in brown waters under the late-day pink light.
    — Nina Burleigh, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Jan. 2024
  • Follow Bear Canyon Trail that winds along a stream for much of the hike, frequently splashing across it.
    — Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 28 Mar. 2023
  • End of carousel Preston is also having a moment to shine and splash.
    — Emily Yahr, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
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splash

2 of 2 noun
  • If Deion Sanders was the splash, Sean Lewis was the coup.
    — Sean Keeler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Nov. 2023
  • Thorne, meanwhile, has made her own splash on the site.
    — Julia Moore, Peoplemag, 27 Aug. 2023
  • Add a splash of wine or water if the onions stick too much.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 8 Mar. 2024
  • If the emulsion is too thick, whisk in a splash of water.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2024
  • And there’s good news for those who like their coffee with a splash of milk.
    — Georgia Day, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2023
  • With a splash, our teenage daughter dove into the pool.
    — Anika Fajardo, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2023
  • Mix up the creamy sauce with vegetables, white wine, and a splash of lemon juice.
    — Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2023
  • There’s more to this idea than adding a splash of color and something pretty to the kitchen.
    — Dana McMahan, The Courier-Journal, 22 Aug. 2023
  • Add a splash of the pasta cooking water to the sauce; the starch in the water will help the sauce cling to the noodles even more.
    — Marygrace Taylor, SELF, 2 Mar. 2023
  • If the mixture begins to look dry, add a splash of water.
    — Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, 28 Feb. 2023
  • Take a Thermos-ful along when trick-or-treating, and for the adults, go ahead and top with a splash or two of rum.
    — Sunset Staff, Sunset Magazine, 25 Oct. 2023
  • The cranberries will start to pop, so watch for splashes.
    — Kathleen Purvis, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Add a splash of buttermilk to mashed potatoes in place of milk or heavy cream.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Mar. 2024
  • Season 2 of The White Lotus made quite a splash, arguably even more so than the first season.
    — Mia Salas, Men's Health, 16 Feb. 2023
  • Once a month works, as does a weekly misting or a splash under the spigot.
    — Jennifer Dixon, Detroit Free Press, 1 Sep. 2023
  • Add a splash: Bourbon or rum, whether added to the batter in the place of the vanilla extract or used in the glaze, can add deep flavor.
    — Melissa Gray, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2023
  • Having many splash days with this pool is one way to keep everyone in the fam happy.
    — Lindsay Tigar, Peoplemag, 12 Aug. 2023
  • The tannins are velvety, and the finish goes on and on before a bright splash of acidity at the very end.
    — Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024
  • Plus, the large, 8.4-ounce tub adds a splash of color to your coffee table or nightstand.
    — Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 28 Feb. 2024
  • And for a sun-loving plant that also makes a visual splash, Grubb likes elephant's ears.
    — Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2023
  • The purge valve clears water easily, and the splash top helps keep minor chop from entering the tube.
    — Chantae Reden, Popular Mechanics, 30 June 2023
  • At the start of 1987, children at play found his corpse in a vacant lot, his face disfigured by splashes of acid.
    — Jason Farago, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2023
  • The Angels didn’t make a big splash on the free-agent front, and a ninth straight losing season feels like a mere formality.
    — Staff and Wire Reports, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Mar. 2024
  • Laid on top of the eerie beats that have become the norm in his hometown, his raps cast a spell that can only be broken with a splash of holy water.
    — Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 2 Jan. 2024
  • Connect a hose to the splash pad to create the ultimate water adventure right at home.
    — Katrina Cossey, Parents, 8 July 2023
  • Neither poolside splashes nor a rinse under the faucet should be an issue.
    — PCMAG, 6 Feb. 2024
  • There really isn’t much to it: beef, onion, carrots, a bundle of herbs (bouquet garni) and a splash of wine.
    — David Tanis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Dec. 2023
  • The three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath abode feels super modern inside, with splashes of white, gray, and black throughout.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 2 Aug. 2023
  • Now, think about Kevin Owens kicking out of a double-Uso splash and imagine how loud that reaction was.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 1 Apr. 2023
  • Add a splash of vanilla extract or bourbon to the filling for even deeper flavor.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2023

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