covey
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Now, the family keeps a covey of cloth masks in a basket near the front door.
From Washington Post • May 30, 2020
One surprise in his black art exhibition was the inclusion of “Virginian Partridge,” a dramatic 1830 John James Audubon graphic showing a fierce red hawk going after a covey of fluttering quail.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2020
From businesses, governments and organisations, a scripted response will fail to resonate as it will not covey empathy and compassion.
From BBC • Jan. 18, 2018
Mr. Barrett was, by example, a tutor to a covey of ambitious interns and journalism students, despite a hair-trigger temper.
From New York Times • Jan. 19, 2017
The talkers moved on then, because a covey of Presbyterian ladies were coming in.
From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns
Vocabulary lists containing covey
Summer of the Monkeys
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Detective's Assistant
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Unit 4: Vocabulary from Readings
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
