square foot
Americannoun
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of square foot
First recorded in 1670–80
Example Sentences
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Seaholm said the cost for the addition he wanted is about $200 a square foot.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
From one world-class facility to another, the SFA pushed the boat out again to secure the 52,000 square foot Atrium Health Performance Park, which previously accommodated Real Madrid and Inter Milan.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
In organizing against a proposed 1 million square foot data center in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Henry protested with over 100 community members at multiple city council meetings discussing the project.
From Salon ● Jun. 12, 2026
March listing prices per square foot varied widely, with Providence, R.I. up nearly 10% and Austin, Texas down 7.1%.
From Barron's ● Apr. 25, 2026
Near dawn, every square foot of the collapsed building has been sifted and scoured for survivors and for remains.
From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez
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