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towel

Pronunciation: [ˈtaʊəl]

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

Context: “everyday objects”

(noun) a piece of cloth used to dry your body or to clean things. After you wash your hands, you use a towel to get them dry.

Example

I used a soft towel to dry my hair after the shower.

Example

I couldn't find a towel, so I had to air dry my hands.

Example

Can you pass me a towel after I wash my face?

Context: “sports”

(noun) a cloth used to wipe sweat from your face while exercising. Athletes often keep a towel handy to stay dry during their workouts.

Example

She carried a towel to the gym to wipe her face while lifting weights.

Example

He forgot his towel at home and was uncomfortable while running.

Example

Do you have a towel that I can borrow for my workout?

Context: “sports”

(verb) to give up a match or game by throwing in a towel, which shows that you don't want to continue. It's like saying you accept that you can't win.

Example

After struggling for hours, he decided to towel and accept his loss.

Example

She never towels, even when the game gets really tough.

Example

How do you know when it's time to towel during a game?

How to pronounce towel

Pronunciation: [ˈtaʊəl]

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