wave
Example Sentences
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This is probably just the beginning of another wave of deals.
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
The announcement comes as the first wave of youth clubs aimed at giving young people support with jobs and wellbeing are set to open across England.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
Slovenia imposed limits on fuel purchases after a wave of panic buying and “fuel tourism” from neighboring countries ran some gas stations dry.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
The incident has ignited a wave of internet humor and memes, with some joking that Waffle Houses nationwide should prepare for unexpected visitors.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
It was just a small wave, an eager nod, a slight scoot of his chair to make room for another—like he actually wanted me to take my bag and tray and cross the entire cafeteria.
From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.