Word Image
plural:
Part Of Speech
adjective, adverb, preposition
Word Meaning
adjective: moving from place to place; in or near one’s present place or situation
adverb: on all sides; reasonably close to; on the verge of; in the opposite direction
preposition: on every side of; close to; in possession of; relating to; here and there in various places
Word Family
hereabout
whereabout
thereabout
roundabout
turnabout
layabout
Sentences
He is usually up and about by 7 a.m. most days.
There is a scarcity of jobs about.
Fish are abundant about the reefs.
He’s a smart guy and usually has his wits about him.
He traveled about the country, visiting many places.
The couple looked about for a place to park.
We were just about finished with painting for the day.
The last time was about a year ago.
People gathered about him to see what was happening.
That’s about all I know at this point.
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