floated

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Even in the authors’ account, aides sometimes seem to let an idea be floated and then disappear or, as in the case of Mr. Miller’s alleged contempt for habeas corpus, push back strongly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

Clouds of dust still floated in the air outside luxury seaside condos now reduced to piles of metal, glass and concrete.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

When Alam floated the possibility of having Brownies & Lemonade take over the Hollywood Dave & Buster’s, Aycock, that store’s general manager, was game to make it happen.

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026

But after its completion, the blue paint began to peel, catching the eyes and criticism of onlookers as it floated to the surface.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

Her white hair floated, cloudlike, atop her head, and a delicate pattern of creases fanned across her face like arching fronds, especially when she smiled.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood