towel

Example Sentences

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Every year thousands of dairy farms throw in the towel altogether, which comes with broader implications for America and rural communities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

“But if the conflict drags on, gasoline prices move even higher in the summer driving season, and stocks continue to falter, consumers could throw in the towel and start to pull back on their spending.”

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

If you faced challenges in your business or burned out in your career, did you throw in the towel or step back and breathe, and ask what your body was telling you?

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

In torrential rain, Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy regularly dried his gloves, but the ball boys repeatedly tried to discard his towel.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Mrs. Fayne came out of the house, drying her hands on a small towel.

From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene