straw

Example Sentences

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He hit a high, right-to-left shot out of the pine straw into the front left bunker.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

The Fail Mary was merely the final straw.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

When Everton found out their game against Manchester City in May had been moved to a Monday night it was the final straw for a frustrated fanbase.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

He bent down, picked up a straw wrapper and disposed of it in the nearest trash can, then kept walking.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

Many nights I lay awake in the shower of straw dust from the mattress above, trying to fathom the marvel of supply lavished upon us.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom