shovelful
Americannoun
plural
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See -ful.
Etymology
Origin of shovelful
Example Sentences
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In almost all cases, it came down to inadequate thought and planning before the first shovelful of dirt was turned.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 7, 2023
Silliest thing in the world is standing there throwing a shovelful of dirt at a 80-foot flame, feel like a complete idiot, but enough shovelfuls, you'll put it out.
From Salon • Aug. 7, 2021
He carefully hauled out the bins, tipped them over and tossed piles of golden grain into his bison’s feeding pen by the shovelful.
From Washington Times • Mar. 21, 2020
Siri Russell wiped away tears as she emptied a shovelful of dirt into one of the glass jars.
From Washington Post • Jul. 7, 2018
Karl lifted shovel- after shovelful of dirt onto the fine wooden box he’d built.
From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson
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