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holes

Pronunciation: [hoʊlz]

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Learn how to use holes in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical objects”

(noun) a hole is an opening or a space in something. It can be a gap in the ground or in a surface. Imagine when you dig in the sand at the beach and make a little pit; that's a hole.

Example

The children found a hole in the ground where a rabbit had dug.

Example

There is no hole in the wall; it's completely solid.

Example

Can you see the hole in the ice?

Context: “problems”

(noun) when we talk about a hole in a situation or a problem, we mean something that is missing or lacking. This could be a gap in knowledge or resources. Like when you forget an important step in a process, it creates a hole in your work.

Example

The report had no holes in the information and was very clear.

Example

There are several holes in your plan that we need to fix.

Example

Do you see any holes in my argument?

Context: “sports”

(noun) in sports like golf, a hole is the target you aim for. It's the small opening in the ground where you try to hit the ball. Think of it as the finishing point in the game.

Example

He got the ball in the hole on the first try!

Example

Connecting the swing with the hole was harder than it looked.

Example

How many holes are left to play in this match?

How to pronounce holes

Pronunciation: [hoʊlz]

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