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Vocabulary Entry
stray
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A domestic animal that is wandering or lost, especially a pet.
Example Sentences
"The stray wandered into our yard looking for food."
"Animal shelters are often filled with strays in need of care."
"We decided to adopt the stray cat we found on the street."
V
verb
To wander or roam without purpose or direction.
Example Sentences
"She likes to stray from the usual path during her walks."
"He often strays from the main topic when discussing complex ideas."
"Try not to stray too far from the group while hiking."
A
adjective
Having or being away from the normal or expected path.
Example Sentences
"There was a stray dog sitting by the roadside."
"Her thoughts were stray and distracted during the lecture."
"He found a stray piece of paper on the floor."