floated
Example Sentences
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He has slapped an oil blockade on the island and floated a “friendly takeover.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 21, 2026
He’s emerged as a breakout star communicator and has been floated as a 2028 presidential contender.
From Salon ● Sep. 20, 2026
President Donald Trump on Wednesday night floated the idea of a $5,000 dividend to every adult.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
The possibility of a rematch was also floated, with Mayer also suggesting Cameron had benefited from home advantage – to the champion's chagrin, as she said "talk is cheap".
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
I remembered Olka’s initial description of me as someone who floated through life and thought myself to be swimming.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
