shoo

Example Sentences

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In some cases, residents have tried to shoo away dogs from feeding spots to discourage people from providing them food.

From BBC • Sep. 2, 2025

Not that they''re a shoo in- there's a lot of resentment against Mr Sharif and his party, who are blamed for Pakistan's economic misery.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2024

The second is a prevailing east-to-west wind pattern that serves to shoo angry storms out to sea before they can collide with the mainland.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 20, 2023

The clip pans across a crowd of revelers at a park, many of whom are vigorously waving hats, blankets and other personal items to try and shoo away the teeny pests.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 21, 2023

I wave my hand over my shoulder, trying to shoo him away.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila