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noun

ˈsərf

Definition of surf

as in foam

a light mass of fine bubbles formed in or on a liquid beachgoers romping in the swirling surf

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Noun

PerfectSwell® changes that reliance by making world-class surf possible anywhere. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2026 Strong surf from the storm will also continue to be a concern. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 10 Oct. 2026

Verb

This would give their defensemen more opportunities to surf in the offensive zone and extend puck cycles. — Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 2 July 2026 One had to surf through it to get out, and the pint-sized fan next to me did so with a face that suggested this was the greatest experience of his life to date. — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for surf

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The DreamCloud Premier Hybrid Mattress ultimately reigns supreme after years of testing, thanks to its combination of body-contouring foam layers, supportive springs, and a plush Euro top cover.

— Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2026
Products like inflatable dams, flood barriers that attach to doors more like dog gates or even good ol’ fashioned waterproofing tapes and foams are generally fine to install.

— Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of foam

Verb

The decision to set that tone staggering through all 10 minutes of the extended cut might scan as raw inspiration, placing Spacemen 3 on a narrow band from La Monte Young and Terry Riley to some brilliant dro)))ne future.

— Gabriel Szatan, Pitchfork, 18 Oct. 2026
The companies have also incorporated Wraith Shield, a waveform designed to scan radio-frequency spectrum and identify threats.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of scan

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Users can save items directly while browsing the web using a share extension, upload saved photos off their devices, or save items directly from other users’ collections.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
Guests can pose on the Emperor’s throne, recreate moments from the films’ promotional posters and browse a merchandise shop stocked with exclusive collectibles.

— Anna Tingley, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of browse

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Teams will inspect returning stages and prepare them for refurbishment before subsequent missions.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
In late September, video showed Wang going through the victim’s desk before picking up his coffee tin, opening and inspecting its contents, the police affidavit said.

— Eduardo Cuevas, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026

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