toe

noun

Definition of toenext
as in sole

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Recent Examples of toe New York struggled when Judge was out with a toe injury in 2023 and had difficulty generating offense this year when their captain missed most of the season with a broken rib. — ABC News, 30 Sep. 2026 Jenner let the vintage dress take center stage, accessorizing with just a pair of black pointy-toe flats. — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2026 The group is equipped with head lamps, closed toe-shoes and not nearly enough mosquito spray. — Ava Berger, NPR, 28 Sep. 2026 In 2023, the Yankees’ season went off the rails when Judge suffered a torn ligament in his toe. — Ryan Canfield Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for toe
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toe
  1. sole
  2. foot
  3. belly
  4. underside
  5. floor
Noun
  • Nike also had to figure out a new way to affix the upper to the sole.
    — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Featuring a statement buckle detail, a lightweight lug sole, and a timeless lace-up structure, these boots are worth introducing to your fall wardrobe.
    — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of sole
Noun
  • The buildup made the lake about 4 feet deep and caused harmful algae to bloom, according to the organization.
    — Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2026
  • The Ordinary also staked out its first flagship, of 170 square feet, in Paris’ Marais district after a successful pop-up drew lines outside the door.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of foot
Noun
  • Still, the Dolphins displayed a spirit and fire in the belly that many wondered about in the days leading up to the game.
    — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Black said adjustment takes time, including finding the right position and avoiding sleeping on his belly.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of belly
Noun
  • Whether that all becomes quick and routine largely depends on dark ceramic tiles covering Starship’s underside.
    — Sven Bilén, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Screws Before getting your cash out, make sure to turn the furniture over and check out its underside.
    — Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of underside
Noun
  • The person may have been closing out a bearish position or placing a bet the precious metal finds a floor around $375.
    — Oliver Renick, CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Upstairs, on the top floor, the bar serves vintage hard-to-get champagne and spirits by the glass.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of floor

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“Toe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toe. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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