strand
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The city’s Columbus statue for now lies on its back inside a fenced storage facility, monitored by security cameras and adorned from head to toe with a strand of yellow caution tape.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
The science of hair strand testing is sound, but there are growing concerns over the way tests are presented and interpreted.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
The Dodgers had a chance in the ninth against Padres closer Mason Miller, but strand both runners in loss.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
With his 6-foot frame, blue eyes, and head of thick blond hair with not a strand out of place, he could be a hedge-fund whiz, or a boutique fitness instructor, or a visiting European aristocrat.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
I passed her, but she caught up to me at the door and blew upward to stir an errant strand of hair out of her sepia-brown eyes.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
Vocabulary lists containing strand
The Cay
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"A Rose for Emily"
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Tolkien Reading Day, List 5
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
