ahoy
Americaninterjection
interjection
Etymology
Origin of ahoy
Example Sentences
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I get why people flock to these parks: vistas, nature, splendor ahoy!
From Slate ● Aug. 18, 2023
Acres ahoy in front of the wicket in either side, then.
From The Guardian ● Aug. 2, 2019
Q. Re: Awkward medical problems, ahoy: Congratulations on getting your digestive issues addressed in your 20s!
From Slate ● Oct. 3, 2017
In a series of careful experiments, the researchers then showed that honeyguides take the meaning of the familiar ahoy seriously.
From New York Times ● Jul. 22, 2016
“I’ll ahoy you,” Nat muttered and flung open the door.
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
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