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.

You wonder how Kenzie and Brooke’s boss ever gets any work done, considering his desk is literally covered with garlands, Nutcrackers and various holiday tableaux.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 7, 2023

There are so many "Nutcrackers," it's hard to keep track of them all.

From Salon • Dec. 24, 2022

Nutcrackers and sausage are nondenominational citizens of the world.

From Washington Post • Dec. 9, 2015

Nutcrackers, of course, are not confined to Europe.

From New York Times • Dec. 12, 2014

The Nutcrackers belonged to the old-established race of the Grays, but they were sociable, friendly people, and kept on the best of terms with all branches of the Nutcracker family.

From Queer Little Folks by Stowe, Harriet Beecher