1
: a shoe consisting of a sole strapped to the foot
2
: a low-cut shoe that fastens by an ankle strap
3
: a strap to hold on a slipper or low shoe
4
: a rubber overshoe cut very low
Examples of sandal in a Sentence
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Not every day is warm enough for sandals, but heavier boots are no longer an appropriate choice as temperatures continue to rise.
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2024
According to the brand’s site, your sandals can be washed by hand with warm water and antimicrobial soap.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 22 Apr. 2024
Maroon sandals have appeared in multiple forms on the catwalk, from the flat strappy sandals at Hermès to the low heels of Lemaire.
—Nuria Luis, Glamour, 19 Apr. 2024
So if your ideal Coachella outfit is a loose linen sack and orthopedic sandals, go with God.
—Alana Hope Levinson, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2024
Her strappy black-heeled sandals topped off her outfit for the exciting evening.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
Turquoise Looking for a shade that will pop with your favorite sandals or on a white sand beach?
—Annie Blay, Allure, 18 Apr. 2024
The silky material can make this look dressed up for nice dinners out with the right top and heels, but it can also be dressed down with casual sandals and accessories.
—Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2024
Add a comfortable pair of strappy sandals and a colorful clutch for all your essentials.
—Essence, 9 Apr. 2024
Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2024
According to the brand’s site, your sandals can be washed by hand with warm water and antimicrobial soap.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 22 Apr. 2024
Maroon sandals have appeared in multiple forms on the catwalk, from the flat strappy sandals at Hermès to the low heels of Lemaire.
—Nuria Luis, Glamour, 19 Apr. 2024
So if your ideal Coachella outfit is a loose linen sack and orthopedic sandals, go with God.
—Alana Hope Levinson, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2024
Her strappy black-heeled sandals topped off her outfit for the exciting evening.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
Turquoise Looking for a shade that will pop with your favorite sandals or on a white sand beach?
—Annie Blay, Allure, 18 Apr. 2024
The silky material can make this look dressed up for nice dinners out with the right top and heels, but it can also be dressed down with casual sandals and accessories.
—Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2024
Add a comfortable pair of strappy sandals and a colorful clutch for all your essentials.
—Essence, 9 Apr. 2024
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“Sandal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sandal. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.
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sandal
noun
san·dal
ˈsan-dᵊl 
: a shoe consisting of a sole strapped to the foot
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