golf

[golf, gawlf, gof] / gɒlf, gɔlf, gɒf /

NOUN

match play

Synonyms

WEAK

eighteen holes medal play nine holes

Example Sentences

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Andrew, a bachelor after his marriage to Sarah Ferguson ended in 1996, had a reputation for enjoying the company of women and using military helicopters to ferry him to golf events.

From The Wall Street Journal

I’ve recently taken up golf, so any chance I can play, I take.

From The Wall Street Journal

I don’t play golf, I don’t play tennis.

From The Wall Street Journal

The 15-time major championship winner told reporters at Riviera Country Club on Tuesday that he has been able to start taking full golf shots during his training.

From Los Angeles Times

Tiger Woods says he has no timetable for a return to golf, but the 15-time major champion hasn't ruled out the 2026 Masters even as he ponders the over-50s Champions Tour.

From Barron's