letterbox

Example Sentences

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And despite the hundreds of cards passing through her letterbox everyday, Clare plans to thank each person individually.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

"The door must have been locked or broken as I couldn't get in, but I tried banging on the door and shouting through the letterbox to try and distract the dog."

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2025

Neither mother opposed "letterbox contact" so Mr Albon can send an annual card or email to be retained for when the child is of an age to understand who it is from.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2025

Many adoptive parents agree the current "letterbox" system of contact is not effective.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2024

Pathos is the appeal you see uppermost in the heart-wrenching, expensively printed flyers that pop through your letterbox asking for donations to charity.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith