100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "knob"

Definition

• A knob is a rounded handle or control that is used to open or close a door, drawer, or other enclosure.
• In a broader sense, a knob can also refer to a rounded protuberance on a surface, often used to control a device, such as a volume knob on a stereo.

Synonyms

• Handle
• Dial
• Grip
• Knurl
• Bump
• Protrusion

Antonyms

• Flat
• Smooth
• Surface

Examples

1. She turned the knob to open the door.
2. Can you please knob the volume down?
3. He fiddled with the knob on the stove.
4. The knob was stuck, preventing the drawer from opening.
5. I need to knob the thermostat to adjust the temperature.
6. He gave the knob a twist to unlock the gate.
7. She painted the knob of the cabinet a bright color.
8. The knob on the radio was broken.
9. I reached for the knob but it was too high.
10. She had to knob the door to get it to budge.
11. He reached for the knob to turn on the light.
12. The knob was cold to the touch.
13. I heard a click as I knobbed the lock.
14. She prefers a round knob over a lever handle.
15. The knob on the drawer was missing.
16. He tried to knob the engine to start it.
17. The knob was too loose and kept falling off.
18. She gave the knob a gentle twist to see if it would open.
19. The knob felt rough under my fingers.
20. Can you knob the door shut behind you?
21. The knob on the oven was set to 350 degrees.
22. He had to knob the latch to secure the door.
23. The knob was shiny and polished.
24. She couldn’t find the right knob to adjust the temperature.
25. The old wardrobe had a wooden knob.
26. He had to knob the device to change the settings.
27. The knob broke off in his hand.
28. I will knob the door when I’m ready to go inside.
29. The knob of the drawer was painted gold.
30. He gave the knob a firm twist to turn it.
31. Can you knob that back into place?
32. The knob on the filing cabinet was sticky.
33. She had to knob the exit door to leave the building.
34. The knob was too stiff to turn.
35. He could barely reach the knob on the high shelf.
36. I had to knob the door several times to get it to open.
37. The knob was a simple design but elegant.
38. She decided to replace the old knob with a new one.
39. The knob on the control panel was malfunctioning.
40. He carefully knobbed the door so it wouldn’t squeak.
41. The knob was made of brass and looked antique.
42. Can you knob the TV remote to change the channel?
43. The knob on the kettle was hot to touch.
44. She had to knob the lock to get in.
45. The knob on the fridge was broken, making it hard to open.
46. He used a cloth to knob the sticky residue off.
47. The knob on her bicycle was a vibrant red color.
48. She tried to knob it gently to avoid breaking it.
49. The knob was designed for easy grip.
50. He had to knob the machine to reset it.
51. The knob was turning but the door wouldn’t budge.
52. She painted the knob with a fresh coat of paint.
53. Can you knob the lights off before you leave?
54. The knob was located on the side of the appliance.
55. I need to knob the settings to suit my preferences.
56. The knob was too heavy for her to turn.
57. He had to knob the latch to exit the room.
58. The knob on the door was intricately designed.
59. She needed to knob the window open for fresh air.
60. The knob was not functioning as intended.
61. He had to knob the volume up to hear better.
62. The knob was stuck and wouldn’t turn.
63. She gave the knob a push to see if it would budge.
64. The knob on the gearshift was leather-wrapped.
65. He had to knob the handle to get it to work.
66. The knob was too small for his hand.
67. She tried to knob it gently to avoid breaking it.
68. The knob was shiny and new.
69. He couldn’t find the right knob to adjust the settings.
70. Can you help me knob the door open?
71. The knob was missing from the cabinet.
72. She had to knob the door several times to get it to open.
73. The knob on the dresser was painted to match.
74. He had to knob the door a few times before it opened.
75. The knob was a perfect fit for her hand.
76. She tried to knob the window shut but it was too heavy.
77. The knob was rusted and difficult to turn.
78. He had to knob the brake to slow down the car.
79. The knob on the door was cold from the weather.
80. She reached up to knob the light switch.
81. The knob was labeled for easy identification.
82. He had to knob the lever to change the speed.
83. The knob was designed for easy operation.
84. Can you knob the screen off for me?
85. The knob on the drawer was broken and needed repair.
86. She had to knob the door to get in.
87. The knob on the fridge was stuck.
88. He decided to knob the settings to see if it would work.
89. The knob was too far to reach comfortably.
90. She tried to knob the cabinet door open.
91. The knob was made of plastic and felt cheap.
92. He had to knob it firmly to get it to turn.
93. The knob was loose and wobbly.
94. She used a cloth to knob off the dust.
95. The knob on the door was difficult to grip.
96. He had to knob the throttle to accelerate.
97. The knob was the focal point of the design.
98. She gave the knob a gentle push and it opened.
99. The knob was a vintage style that matched the furniture.
100. He had to knob the button to start the machine.