floats
Britishplural noun
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More than 1,000 flaming torches will illuminate a procession of around 20 floats, walking parties, visiting Bonfire Societies and marching bands.
From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026
The back wall appears stony, advancing toward us in places, then disappearing altogether amid hazy light that floats through the space as if searching for purchase.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
It will also feature a lazy river that floats past scenery inspired by Mattel Games, including UNO, Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots, and Magic 8 Ball.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026
Some coral species with fast-growing branches are planted onto "coral trees" that look like old television antennas and are suspended in the water column, with floats to keep them upright.
From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026
Thus a chip of ebony, which is heavier than water, floats if placed on the surface of a bucket of water.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
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