Example Sentences

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That meant the roof needed to come on, and the court be towelled down.

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2022

She sat in the shade, her light-brown hair pulled into a tight knot and slicked dark with sweat, and towelled off her powerful arms.

From The New Yorker • May 29, 2019

When I glanced over as we towelled off during the break, he didn’t look nearly as tired as I hoped.

From The New Yorker • Jan. 18, 2016

He washed his hands and face and towelled himself dry, making little sound.

From "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury

He towelled himself vigorously, making the muscles of his biceps ripple, then he sat down on the rocks and reached for his pipe.

From "Boy: Tales of a Childhood" by Roald Dahl