100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "nick"

Definition

"Nick" as a common noun can refer to:

1. A small cut or notch made on a surface.
2. A slight indentation or damage on an object.
3. A term used in British slang meaning a prison or jail.

Synonyms

• Cut
• Notch
• Indentation
• Scratch
• Dint
• Chip
• Crimp

Antonyms

• Smoothness
• Perfection
• Integrity
• Whole

Examples

1. I accidentally nicked the edge of the table while moving it.
2. The artist made a small nick in the canvas to create texture.
3. Be careful not to nick your finger while cutting the vegetables.
4. The nick in the wall was hardly noticeable after the paint job.
5. He was worried that the nick on his phone would affect its resale value.
6. There was a nick in the car's bumper from the last parking incident.
7. The old wooden door had a few nicks and scratches from years of use.
8. She used a file to smooth out the nick on the metal surface.
9. The nick in the glass was a sign that it was time to replace it.
10. The prisoner was sent to the nick for his crimes.
11. The chef made a quick nick in the apple skin to help it cook evenly.
12. I found a nick in my favorite mug after washing it.
13. The child made a nick in the cardboard while crafting.
14. I didn’t mean to nick your favorite shirt while sewing.
15. The nick in the record was audible when played.
16. He felt a slight nick in his pride after losing the game.
17. The sculptor left a deliberate nick in the statue for artistic effect.
18. Make sure not to nick the paint while removing the tape.
19. She noticed a nick in her glasses after dropping them.
20. The nick in the tree bark was made by a curious squirrel.
21. Can you fix that nick in the countertop?
22. The nick in the fence made it look worn.
23. The mechanic pointed out a nick on the tire that needed attention.
24. The nick in the picture frame was hard to spot.
25. I didn't realize I had nicked my finger until I saw the blood.
26. The nick on the side of the book made it less appealing.
27. He got a nick in his arm while trimming the bushes.
28. The artist's technique included making a small nick in the clay.
29. She was worried about the nick in her reputation after the incident.
30. The nick in the hardwood floor was a result of moving furniture.
31. I tried to nick a small piece of chocolate when no one was looking.
32. The nick in the guitar was from years of use.
33. It’s important to nick the surface for better adhesion.
34. The nick in the leather wallet was unfortunate.
35. I didn’t mean to nick my colleague’s ideas during the meeting.
36. The nick in the paint job was an eyesore.
37. He couldn't believe he had nicked the car while parking.
38. The nick in the old book's cover told a story of its journey.
39. She was careful not to nick the fabric while cutting.
40. The nick in the wall was fixed with a little spackle.
41. He felt a nick of guilt after telling a lie.
42. The nick in the trophy was a result of careless handling.
43. I had to nick the edge of the paper to make it fit.
44. The nick in the baseball bat affected its performance.
45. He tried to nick some extra time off work for vacation.
46. The nick in the road was marked with a warning sign.
47. She had a small nick in her earring that she hadn't noticed before.
48. The nick in the surface could be polished away easily.
49. Can you believe he tried to nick my lunch?
50. The nick in the glass was a reminder of past clumsiness.
51. I will try not to nick the edges when I cut the cake.
52. The nick in the painting's frame was a disappointment.
53. I had to nick the envelope to get it open.
54. The nick in the wood was from a careless move.
55. She felt a nick in her confidence after the feedback.
56. The nick in the chair leg needed to be sanded down.
57. He managed to nick a few words from the report for his own.
58. The nick in the metal was a sign of wear and tear.
59. He didn’t mean to nick the speaker while adjusting it.
60. The nick in the wall was filled with plaster.
61. I had to nick the corner of the paper to fit it in the binder.
62. The nick in the fence was created by a fallen branch.
63. She felt a sharp nick of pain when she cut her finger.
64. The nick in the stone was a natural occurrence.
65. I tried to nick a few ideas from my competitor's presentation.
66. The nick in the surface made it look cheaper than it was.
67. He was worried that he would nick his chances of getting the job.
68. The nick in the tile was hard to repair.
69. She managed to nick a spot on the team with her skills.
70. The nick in the wood was from a tool mishap.
71. I didn’t want to nick my friend's feelings by being honest.
72. The nick in the glass was barely noticeable.
73. He felt a nick of pain in his leg after the fall.
74. The artist’s signature had a small nick at the corner.
75. I tried to nick the last slice of pizza before anyone else.
76. The nick in the surface was fixed with a little paint.
77. She felt a nick of disappointment after the exam results.
78. The nick in the car door was from a shopping cart.
79. I had to nick my way through the crowd to get to the stage.
80. The nick in the drum was a result of heavy use.
81. He didn’t want to nick the opportunity to travel abroad.
82. The nick in the fence was from the last storm.
83. She carefully nicked the fabric to start her sewing project.
84. The nick in the wall went unnoticed for years.
85. I had to nick the tip of the pen to get it to work.
86. The nick in the record player affected the sound quality.
87. He tried to nick a moment of silence for reflection.
88. The nick in the ice cream container was from the scoop.
89. She felt a nick of nervousness before her speech.
90. The nick in the leather was an unfortunate accident.
91. I managed to nick a deal on my new car.
92. The nick in the screen was from a drop.
93. She didn’t want to nick her chances at winning the competition.
94. The nick on the edge of the paper was annoying.
95. He was careful not to nick the wall while moving the furniture.
96. The nick in the vase was hardly noticeable.
97. I tried to nick the last cookie from the jar.
98. The nick in the concrete was a hazard for pedestrians.
99. She felt a nick of regret after saying something hurtful.
100. The nick in the car’s paint was a result of a careless driver.