float
Meaning
To float means to rest or move on the surface of a liquid without sinking, or to be suspended in the air or in a particular state without firm support.
💡 A common mistake is using "float" with inanimate objects that cannot physically float, such as "float a rock."
Example Sentences
Word in Context
On
a
calm
afternoon
,
Maria
sat
by
the
small
pond
with
a
paper
boat
she
had
folded
earlier
.
She
watched
the
boat
float
gently
across
the
water
and
felt
a
quiet
happiness
because
the
breeze
was
soft
.
People
often
stop
at
this
spot
to
relax
,
and
today
a
few
leaves
moved
slowly
on
the
surface
as
well
.
She
noticed
how
the
light
changed
when
clouds
passed
and
thought
about
how
small
moments
can
improve
a
busy
day
.
Before
leaving
,
she
picked
up
any
litter
and
made
sure
the
area
stayed
clean
for
others
.
Common Phrases
float on water
float an idea
float a proposal
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