floats
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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On stretches of waterfront, people linger in boats, kayaks and pool floats.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
The process created carbon-rich dust resembling material that floats through interstellar space and is preserved inside comets, asteroids and meteorites.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 19, 2026
The floats are only part of the effort.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
“Also, in the second part of the song, she floats away from the stage and the camera brings her over all the tables. This is meant to psychologically tell you how he’s feeling.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
Madeline’s hand floats to her mouth as a sob escapes her lips.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
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