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floated
  • past participle of float.
  • past tense form of float.

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When management first floated the idea of leaving Koreatown, Choi told them to reconsider.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

OpenAI Chief Financial Officer Sarah Friar last year floated the possibility of the government backing loans tied to data centers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

It considered mandatory participation in federal surveys, and floated the idea of offering compensation to businesses and individuals participating in BLS surveys.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Taylor's Croke Park dream was first floated following her first victory over Serrano in April 2022.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

A baby’s high chair floated past, its wooden tray tilted up, as if the baby had just been lifted out.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret