fold

Example Sentences

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He thinks many smaller startups that depend on vibe coding will fold.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

“We were really cautious about who we brought into that fold, because we wanted to maintain that authenticity for the fans,” Herran said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

The number would have been even lower but for Bulgaria, Romania and Moldova rejoining the fold.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Nutrients must travel through cells, proteins need to fold correctly, and molecules constantly diffuse through watery environments.

From Science Daily • May 8, 2026

Instinctively, my hands fold like I’m praying, and then I extend my arms forward, cutting through the splendor as it diverts in either direction, barely avoiding me on either side.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray