feet

variants also foot
Definition of feetnext
plural of foot

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of feet Despite missing only two greens in regulation, Scheffler failed to convert five putts from inside 15 feet. Tim Corlett, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026 In the second inning, Thomas hit a 445-foot solo homer off Padres starter Michael King. Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026 Filmed on special high-resolution IMAX film, Nolan spent approximately $3 million on 2 million feet of raw physical film stock on the nearly three-hour retelling of the ancient Greek poem. Tania Azhang, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026 Residents say that likely saved lives, as people crowded into aging 12- and 14-foot aluminum boats powered by decades-old motors. Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 18 July 2026 Anderson looked down at her feet and saw a piece of seventeenth-century Delft-style pottery. Sam Knight, New Yorker, 17 July 2026 After some neat interplay in the Argentina box, Dorado scores the first-ever World Cup final goal by firing a right-foot finish into the far corner, through the goalkeeper Juan Botasso’s legs. Adam Hurrey, New York Times, 17 July 2026 Microwaves smaller than 1 cubic foot are best for reheating small meals and for compact kitchens. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026 Troy Johnston tied the game on a sacrifice fly in the fifth, but Steer put the Reds ahead 3-1 with a 404-foot, two-run shot to left. ABC News, 17 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feet
Noun
  • When shopping for petite skirts, dresses, or bottoms, look for ones designed with adjusted proportions—not just shorter hems or inseams—so everything hits where it’s supposed to.
    Malia Griggs, Glamour, 21 July 2026
  • The bottoms have zippered pockets on the hips, rear, and thighs, providing ample space for trail snacks.
    Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026
Noun
  • At trainings—held online, and in kitchens, basements, and alleyways—people were taught what to do if they were denied an acta, and how to handle the militares guarding the premises.
    Stephania Taladrid, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
  • Bathrooms, basements and other wet areas need plenty of ventilation to prevent mold and mildew.
    Dr. Lauren Zajac, Boston Herald, 19 July 2026

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“Feet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feet. Accessed 24 Jul. 2026.

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