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Foray
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Simple meaning
What does Foray mean?
A brief attempt or venture.
Dictionary definition
A brief attempt, trip, or entry into a new activity; originally a sudden raid.
Example sentences
Foray in a sentence
easy
Her first foray into coding was fun.
medium
The team made a foray into a new market.
hard
Foray often describes trying something new for a short time or entering a new area.
Synonyms
Words like Foray
ventureA new or risky attempt.
attemptRelated word that supports the meaning of foray.
Antonyms
Opposite words
retreatA move away or back.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to foray, depending on context.
Word family
Foray word family
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Practice 1
What does foray mean?
Foray means a brief attempt or venture.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to foray?
Venture is close in meaning to foray in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of foray?
Retreat contrasts with foray.
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