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coast

Pronunciation: [/koʊst/]

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coast: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use coast in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “geography”

(noun) the land along the edge of a sea, ocean, or lake. It's where the water meets the land, and it can be sandy, rocky, or have cliffs.

Example

We spent our vacation on the coast, enjoying the beach and the ocean breeze.

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The coast was hit by a strong storm, causing damage to many homes.

Example

Have you ever visited a tropical coast with palm trees and crystal-clear water?

Context: “movement”

(verb) to move easily without much effort. Imagine a car moving smoothly down a hill without using gas.

Example

The bicycle coasted down the hill effortlessly.

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The car couldn't coast uphill without struggling.

Example

Can you coast on a bike without pedaling?

How to pronounce coast

Pronunciation: [/koʊst/]

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