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Positions on an object

Adjectives for finding different parts and sides of an object.

A1A2B1B210 words · 3 examples each
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Found: 10 words

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front

adjective · 3 examples
  1. Please use the front door.
  2. She sat in the front seat of the car.
  3. The front cover has a simple picture.

back

adjective · 3 examples
  1. The back door opens into the garden.
  2. He put the bags on the back seat.
  3. There is a small pocket on the back panel.

left

adjective · 3 examples
  1. The left side of the building faces the park.
  2. My left shoe is wet.
  3. Use the left door to enter the room.

right

adjective · 3 examples
  1. The right pocket has a zip.
  2. Please take the right path at the gate.
  3. He raised his right hand to ask a question.

middle

adjective · 3 examples
  1. The middle shelf holds our plates.
  2. She chose the middle seat in the row.
  3. The middle section of the bridge needs repairs.

central

adjective · 3 examples
  1. A central pillar supports the roof.
  2. The room has a central table.
  3. The central section of the design is circular.

inner

adjective · 3 examples
  1. The coat has a soft inner lining.
  2. We painted the inner surface of the box.
  3. An inner layer protects the delicate parts.

outer

adjective · 3 examples
  1. The outer layer keeps the rain out.
  2. The fruit has a tough outer skin.
  3. We checked the outer walls for damage.

upper

adjective · 3 examples
  1. The cups are on the upper shelf.
  2. The upper floor has two bedrooms.
  3. There is a scratch on the upper edge of the frame.

bottom

adjective · 3 examples
  1. Keep heavy items on the bottom shelf.
  2. The bottom drawer contains spare towels.
  3. There is a crack along the bottom edge.

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