inch

Example Sentences

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He is now officially listed at 5-foot-11—not that it can stop him from exaggerating and telling people he’s an inch taller.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

For example, the North American and Eurasian plates are separating at about 2.5 centimeters, or 1 inch, per year.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

For comparison, a US quarter dollar is less than an inch wide.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Her prom dreams inch closer as her lies begin to mount and her new alabaster skin starts peeling off at extremely inopportune moments.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

And best of all was the wedged heel, about one inch high, which made me feel like I was eye to eye with Aunt Kate now.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan