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noun

ˈfrȯth

Definition of froth

as in foam

a light mass of fine bubbles formed in or on a liquid froth on the ocean waves

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This is the antithetical froth that bubbles up in their wake, and it is never left completely behind. — Artforum, 28 Sep. 2026 Investors are hopeful that last month’s artificial intelligence unwind skimmed enough of the froth from the market, so that stocks can continue to climb for another few weeks at least. — Sarah Min, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026

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The sky was blue and the wind was up, and after descending and descending, the trees and the sea scrub cleared to reveal a spectacular sand beach down below, on which the waves frothed and broke with a roar. — Nicole Krauss, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026 On Gaza, Venezuela, Ukraine and most shockingly for Europe, Greenland, the president has thrown multiple boulders into a diplomatic sea already frothing with sharks. — Kamal Ahmed, Fortune, 19 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for froth

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foam

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The DreamCloud Premier Hybrid Mattress ultimately reigns supreme after years of testing, thanks to its combination of body-contouring foam layers, supportive springs, and a plush Euro top cover.

— Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2026
Products like inflatable dams, flood barriers that attach to doors more like dog gates or even good ol’ fashioned waterproofing tapes and foams are generally fine to install.

— Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2026

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