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VocabJLPT N1

floating

NounSuru Verb

Definitions

1. floating
2. drifting
3. wandering (about)

This noun describes the state of floating or drifting through the air or water without being anchored to anything. It can be used both literally, such as particles suspended in the air, and figuratively to describe a vague or unsettled feeling.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

On the station platform, a cool mist was floating and brushing against my cheek.

Sentence 2

At the press conference, there were repeated questions about whether dust particles had been floating in the air.

Sentence 3

Black smoke was floating near the intersection, reducing visibility.

Sentence 4

The security camera footage showed white particles floating in the air.

Sentence 5

A thin mist floated over the river's surface in the evening light.