Definition of Folnative sayings, stories, beliefs, and cuExamples of Folklore in a senAccording to folklore passed down from generation to generation, the stars are departed spirits watching over their loved ones. Tribal folklore dictates a female must wed no later than her sixteenth birthday. Although American folklore tells of a half man-half monster who lives in the … [Read more...] about Folklore used in sentence example & words in English
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Foliage used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Fothe leaves of trees, plants, and sExamples of Foliage in a senFor ten dollars, the boy next door will rake the foliage in my yard. I did not see the snake because his brown color allowed him to blend in with the foliage in my backyard. In the fall, the foliage from the trees descend into the lake. The trees had shed all of their foliage by the time … [Read more...] about Foliage used in sentence example & words in English
Folderol used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Foltrivial, senseless, or poinExamples of Folderol in a senArguing politics with your friends and family is nothing but a bunch of folderol if you ask me, as all it does is make you unhappy with one another. I consider wasting money on vanity items folderol, since they do not serve a real purpose, which makes them pointless. A watch is folderol these days, … [Read more...] about Folderol used in sentence example & words in English
Folded used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Fshut down; collExamples of Folded in a senThe poker player folded under pressure and threw in his winning hand. Many people were surprised that Toys R Us folded and closed all of their stores for good. The detective pressed the suspect until he folded and gave up all of the details. Most Searched Words (with V … [Read more...] about Folded used in sentence example & words in English
Fold used in sentence example & words in English
Definition ofto pleat something over onto iExamples of Fold in a senThe maid would often fold the bed sheets over and over until it was the size of a small rectangle so she could put it on the closet shelf. Church secretaries often fold the paper bulletins in half, so that they can read both sides of the creased paper. The military will fold an American flag in half two … [Read more...] about Fold used in sentence example & words in English
Foist used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of to compel a person or group to accept something that is not wExamples of Foist in a senThe government has decided to foist yet another tax increase on the public. When I vote for city council members, I try to vote for those who will not foist awful mandates upon the city. Sometimes it seems as if television networks have no other desire but to foist … [Read more...] about Foist used in sentence example & words in English
Foil used in sentence example & words in English
Definition ofto stop something bad from occuExamples of Foil in a senFortunately, the police were able to foil the kidnapper’s plan. Ben was able to foil his attacker’s assault by placing a trashcan lid over his chest. Working together, the countries hope to foil future terrorist attacks. The neighborhood watch program has helped the police department foil many … [Read more...] about Foil used in sentence example & words in English
Foible used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Fa minor flaw or shortcoming in character or behExamples of Foible in a senSmoking is the foible that prevents Jenna from being healthy. Although many people consider Bob’s impatience as a foible, I view it as a passion to get things done. Jake’s only foible is his weakness for the gambling tables. Because I only smoke when I am nervous, I do not … [Read more...] about Foible used in sentence example & words in English
Foggy used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of stunned or confused; slow to Examples of Foggy in a senAshley was a little foggy after waking up from a deep sleep not realizing at first where she was. Most Searched Words (with V … [Read more...] about Foggy used in sentence example & words in English
Fog used in sentence example & words in English
Definition oa thick cloud close to the ground or ocean; making it difficult tExamples of Fog in a senBrian was late for work as the fog caused multiple accidents on the freeway. Most Searched Words (with V … [Read more...] about Fog used in sentence example & words in English
Foe used in sentence example & words in English
Definition oan Examples of Foe in a senThe problem with Suzan is that she views everyone as either friend or foe, with no middle ground. The king demanded to know the whereabouts of his foe, because he wanted him dead. Radical Islam is viewed by most of the world as a dangerous foe that employs terrorism to advance its causes. Although they used to be close friends, … [Read more...] about Foe used in sentence example & words in English
Fodder used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Fa person or thing that is used for a specific rExamples of Fodder in a senThe celebrity’s arrest made great fodder for the tabloid journalists. When the new vampire book came out, it was great fodder for conversation. The evidence the detectives found was fodder the prosecutor could use to prove the defendant’s guilt. Although the famous athlete tried … [Read more...] about Fodder used in sentence example & words in English
Focused used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Foto be diverting all of one’s attention to a particularExamples of Focused in a senJoel is focused on completing his assignment a week early, so he hasn’t bothered with any sort of relaxation today. Focused on his phone, it was impossible to get my Dad’s attention without having my hand in front of his face. Miles is usually focused on his work, but I … [Read more...] about Focused used in sentence example & words in English
Focus used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of to pay attention to or study something clExamples of Focus in a senIf students focus during class, they should easily be able to pass their tests. The swerving driver was too drunk to be able to focus on the road. Loud noises outside of the office building distracted the worker and took away her ability to focus. During the long speech, I could only … [Read more...] about Focus used in sentence example & words in English
Foci used in sentence example & words in English
Definition ofthe centers or central parts of focus/actExamples of Foci in a senThe foci of the paper were the many reasons why people came to the U.S. and the ways they immigrated. Charles Manson’s “family” were the foci of many murder investigations. Because they were the foci of the police, riots breaking out all over the city took attention off of the rising murder … [Read more...] about Foci used in sentence example & words in English