100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "pound"

Definition

1. Pound (noun): A unit of weight in the imperial system, equivalent to 16 ounces or approximately 0.4536 kilograms.
2. Pound (noun): A monetary unit in the UK, symbolized by £, used as a currency.
3. Pound (noun): A place where stray or lost animals are kept until claimed or adopted, often referred to as an animal shelter or pound.

Synonyms

• For weight:
  • Kilogram (though not a direct synonym, it is the metric counterpart)
  • Ounce (smaller unit of weight)
• For currency:
  • Sterling
  • GBP (Great British Pound)
• For animal shelter:
  • Kennel
  • Shelter
  • Refuge

Antonyms

• For weight:

  • Ounce (smaller unit)
  • Ton (larger unit)

• For currency:

  • Debt
  • Liability

• For animal shelter:

  • Home (as in a place where animals are loved and cared for)

Examples

1. I need to pound the nails into the wood for the project.
2. After a long run, I could hear my heart pound in my chest.
3. He decided to pound the dough for the bread until it was smooth.
4. The chef will pound the chicken to make it tender.
5. She could pound out the rhythm on the drums with ease.
6. The boxer began to pound his opponent in the ring.
7. I like to pound my stress away at the gym.
8. They need to pound the pavement to find a new place to live.
9. You should pound the spices to release their flavors.
10. The weightlifter can pound more than 300 pounds.
11. The thunder began to pound against the windows during the storm.
12. He likes to pound the keyboard when he’s working on his novel.
13. The children would pound on the door, eager to get inside.
14. She tried to pound some sense into him, but he wouldn’t listen.
15. The construction crew will pound the foundation into the ground.
16. I need to pound out a few more pages before the deadline.
17. The drummer will pound the beat throughout the concert.
18. They will pound the pavement to promote their new business.
19. The horse began to pound down the trail, quickening its pace.
20. The police had to pound on the door to get inside.
21. He will pound the table to get everyone’s attention.
22. The dog started to pound its paws against the floor in excitement.
23. She decided to pound her fists into the pillow to release her anger.
24. The worker will pound the metal until it takes the right shape.
25. The kids love to pound the sand into castles at the beach.
26. The storm caused the waves to pound against the shore.
27. At the gym, I’ll pound my way through a cardio workout.
28. The musician will pound on the keys to create a beautiful melody.
29. He plans to pound the weights for a better physique.
30. The crowd began to pound their feet in rhythm to the music.
31. The director told the actors to pound their lines until they were perfect.
32. She decided to pound the cake batter to make it fluffier.
33. The coach shouted for the team to pound the ball down the field.
34. I could hear the rain pound against the roof all night.
35. The carpenter will pound the wood into place for stability.
36. I always pound out my frustrations with a good workout.
37. The kids were excited to pound the piñata at the party.
38. She will pound the pavement looking for a job.
39. It’s time to pound the final touches on the presentation.
40. The wind began to pound against the old barn.
41. He loves to pound the drums during band practice.
42. The soldiers were ordered to pound the enemy position.
43. I had to pound my fists on the table to get them to listen.
44. We need to pound the facts into them during the meeting.
45. The workers will pound the stakes into the ground for the tent.
46. She will pound her way through the last chapter of her book.
47. The rain continued to pound down on the city streets.
48. The athlete will pound the track during the race.
49. He likes to pound the keys of his old typewriter.
50. The players had to pound through the defense to score.
51. I could feel my heart pound when I saw the surprise.
52. The librarian always pound the importance of reading.
53. We saw the waves pound the rocks during the storm.
54. The artist will pound the canvas with bright colors.
55. The builders had to pound the ground to set the posts.
56. She will pound her way through traffic to get to work.
57. The chef will pound the garlic for the recipe.
58. The bass player knows how to pound out a good rhythm.
59. He had to pound the door to be let in.
60. The construction team will pound the metal beams into place.
61. The children would pound their feet in excitement.
62. The dog began to pound on the door when it wanted out.
63. The thunder seemed to pound the ground with its strength.
64. He decided to pound the pavement for job interviews.
65. The drummer loves to pound out complex beats.
66. They had to pound the message home during the rally.
67. She will pound the dough until it’s ready to rise.
68. The athletes need to pound their way to victory.
69. The storm caused the rain to pound down hard.
70. The team will pound their opponents in the next game.
71. I could hear him pound on the walls in frustration.
72. The artist will pound the colors together for a new piece.
73. They had to pound the stakes into the ground for the fair.
74. The musician loves to pound on the piano.
75. The crowd began to pound their hands together in applause.
76. The kids decided to pound the drum at the festival.
77. He will pound the sand to create a sculpture.
78. The players were told to pound the ball to the end zone.
79. I could feel the adrenaline pound through my veins.
80. The storm made the wind pound against the windows.
81. The runner began to pound the track as the race started.
82. The workers will pound the pavement for the construction project.
83. She will pound the ice to make a slushy treat.
84. The coach encouraged them to pound the ball into the goal.
85. I need to pound the details into my notes for tomorrow.
86. The wind began to pound fiercely against the trees.
87. The chef will pound the meat to make it tender.
88. The dog started to pound its tail against the floor.
89. The wind can pound the coast during a storm.
90. The artist loves to pound out her emotions in paint.
91. The players are trained to pound through their exercises.
92. I need to pound my way through this workload.
93. They will pound the ingredients together for the recipe.
94. The audience began to pound their feet in rhythm.
95. He felt his heart pound as he approached the stage.
96. The construction workers will pound the foundation into place.
97. The drummer loves to pound the rhythm during practice.
98. The storm caused the rain to pound against the roof.
99. They had to pound the ground to secure the tent.
100. I will pound the details into this presentation to make it perfect.