coast
noun
the land next to the sea; seashore.
Example Sentences
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Sometimes this happens because the studios are trying to capitalize on a moment, like when “The Minecraft Movie” coasted in on the fumes of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie.”
From Salon ● May 25, 2026
Tottenham may have coasted through to the Champions League last 16, but their Premier League form remains a problem for boss Thomas Frank.
From BBC ● Jan. 29, 2026
Although Miles Leaburn got one back, Marc Guiu, Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez scored to ensure Rosenior coasted to a debut victory against a Charlton team sitting 19th in the Championship.
From Barron's ● Jan. 10, 2026
He says he has coasted through some classes for his government major, but has to work harder in his physics major.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 12, 2025
They coasted down the lane and out onto the frozen pond in the pasture.
From "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White
