Basic Shapes

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The form of an object, such as circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles.

  • Why We Use Them

    We use shapes to identify and describe objects, teach geometry, and create art.

  • When to Use Them

    We use shapes when we are discussing geometry, describing objects, or creating designs.

EXAMPLE SENTENCES

  1. The sun is a circle.

  2. She drew a square on the paper.

  3. We cut the sandwich into triangles.

  4. The window is a rectangle.

  5. He noticed the star shape in the sky.

  6. The cake is in the shape of a heart.

  7. They used circles and squares in their artwork.

  8. The sign is shaped like a triangle.

  9. She made a hexagon with sticks.

  10. I was worried and walked in circles.

IDIOMS USING SHAPES

  1. "Back to square one" - To start over from the beginning, usually after a failure or setback.

    "After the project failed, they had to go back to square one and rethink their strategy."

  2. "Run circles around" - To outperform or be much better at something than someone else.

    "The young chess prodigy could run circles around the experienced players at the club."

  3. "Go around in circles" - To do something in a repetitive or ineffective way without making any progress.

    "We've been going around in circles in this meeting and still haven't made a decision."

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