sheaf

Example Sentences

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When a nameless secretary drops a sheaf of papers, Kornev’s response to help is instinctive, yet we cringe at the careless faux pas he commits in this unfeeling society.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

"I can talk about him forever, but that won't benefit the people of Bangladesh," the BNP leader said about the Islamist chief, to crowds waving flags with the party symbol, a sheaf of rice.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

The long edge of each new 130-page sheaf was dipped into a pool of melting glue, then dropped into a U-shaped cover.

From New York Times • Jun. 16, 2024

The piled sheaf of papers from his confession resembles a manuscript.

From Salon • May 12, 2024

A sheaf of foolscap from her father’s office was before her, the desk light threw down its comforting yellow patch, the fountain pen was in her hand.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan