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Examples of foe in a Sentence
Noun
Many considered him a foe of democracy.
Her ability was acknowledged by friend and foe alike.
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 May 2024
With environmentalists pushing oil giants to phase out fossil fuels, the company was keen to present itself as a climate friend, not foe—deeply concerned about global warming, but intent on producing oil for generations to come.
—Vivienne Walt, Fortune, 23 May 2024
OpenAI founder Sam Altman suddenly faces a more formidable foe than any members of his company's board of directors: Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 21 May 2024
Fighting a foe with a shield and spear is much different than dodging an enemy who spits fire.
—PCMAG, 21 May 2024
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Noun
With an impressive record and equally impressive roster, the Celtics will be a formidable foe for the Mavericks, who have been the most impressive team during the postseason considering their competition.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 May 2024
With environmentalists pushing oil giants to phase out fossil fuels, the company was keen to present itself as a climate friend, not foe—deeply concerned about global warming, but intent on producing oil for generations to come.
—Vivienne Walt, Fortune, 23 May 2024
OpenAI founder Sam Altman suddenly faces a more formidable foe than any members of his company's board of directors: Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 21 May 2024
Fighting a foe with a shield and spear is much different than dodging an enemy who spits fire.
—PCMAG, 21 May 2024
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“Foe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/foe. Accessed 12 Jun. 2024.
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foe
noun1
: one who hates another
2
: an enemy in war
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