float
Example Sentences
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Among the ideas floated were moving the railway out to sea or re-profiling the cliffs, he explains.
From BBC
With so much information floating around, Bercovici said, it would be difficult to verify a legitimate ransom demand.
From Los Angeles Times
His name was floated for other jobs, too, including the coordinator position at his alma mater, Georgia Tech.
From Los Angeles Times
She has also appeared in float form at the Macy's thanksgiving parade.
From BBC
He says he can withstand floating in icy water for up to 15 minutes.
From Barron's
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