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The lightweight, foamy midsole helps protect against heavy impacts when landing, which in turn protects joints and allows for longer runs.—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2025 Skim any foamy impurities with a tablespoon.—Francesca Giuliani Hoffman, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025 The cappuccino is this soft, foamy dream with smooth milk and that bold espresso kick running underneath.—Tamia Boyd, Charlotte Observer, 27 Oct. 2025 Every sip had the foamy goodness.—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for foamy
Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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The first known use of foamy was
before the 12th century
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