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float
verb as in lie on the surface
Example Sentences
Inspired by a listener texting in, Greg floated the idea of a UK equivalent called Air Force Hun with British billionaire Sir Richard, using his company Virgin Galactic.
People always say they love watching my videos because they say, “It looks like you’re just floating around the rink,” and I’m like, “Yeah, I am. I’m sliding.”
Trump even started floating the idea of rounding up American citizens, as well.
Indeed, Trump teased this possibility on Monday, floating the deportation of “homegrown criminals” to El Salvador next.
Said Haidl: “The ball kind of floated. I had to lay out. I’ve always played outfield my whole life. It’s second nature.”
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Quiz

Q: Fill in the blank: "Salchipapas" is a portmanteau of the Spanish words for ______ and ______.
- salt and potatoes
- sausage and French fries
- sardines and French fries
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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