Example Sentences

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Her history of Kleenex tissues is a tour de force: We learn that the Kimberly-Clark Corp., which owns Kleenex, played on the fear that reusable handkerchiefs were essentially wads of tuberculosis germs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

But at the time, the test involved a series of plastic balls, paper wads, and sponges—nothing like real waste.

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2025

Clark: Can they reach their backs with those wads of cash in their hands?

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2024

In Damascus, some have taken to carrying backpacks instead of wallets to carry the wads of cash they need to make everyday purchases amid the rampant inflation, while families struggle to buy basic necessities.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 28, 2023

Some kids like to plug the toilets with big wads of toilet paper, but I don’t suggest you try doing that.

From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea