slew
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
Thousands of locals, including activists and former lawmakers, have left in recent years, as tough new security laws have led to a slew of arrests and convictions.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
Investors found a slew of reasons to lean into the software trade on Wednesday, and ServiceNow’s stock was out in front.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 19, 2026
They launched the company last year and took it public with audacious plans to build four big nuclear reactors and a slew of other power generation, largely natural gas, to power the AI boom.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
During that time, he made a slew of enemies — from mob figures who accused him of fabricating evidence to fellow law enforcement officials who described him as a glory-seeking loose cannon.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
The bottom floor was entirely flooded, and the place was caving in on itself, but the upper floors held a slew of squats.
From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi
For manager Brian Epstein, the very notion of the Beatles performing in any venue with slews of empty seats was a non-starter.
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2025
He had gold and platinum albums, was on the cover of Time and Newsweek, and won slews of Grammys and Emmys.
From New York Times ● Nov. 22, 2023
Webb is a big telescope, so it slews slower than the minute hand on a clock.
From Scientific American ● Jul. 11, 2022
It can also jump more whole heartedly into plans, say by hiring slews of new workers to transform it, without having to explain the jump in expenses to shareholders in its next quarterly report.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 27, 2022
Growned folks have whole slews of ways of crushing your spirits if you’re young.
From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis
Vocabulary lists containing slew
The Vocabulary.com Top 1000
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
St. Patrick's Day Vocabulary: Words With Irish and Gaelic Roots
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Watsons Go to Birmingham
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
