CEFR C1

foray

noun

Meaning

A sudden, short, or experimental attempt to enter a new field, activity, or territory.

Examples

The company's first foray into the international market was met with unexpected success.
She made a brief foray into politics before returning to her career in medicine.

Synonyms: try, venture, expedition, incursion

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foray (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːreɪ/

Definition

A sudden, short, or experimental attempt to enter a new field, activity, or territory.

Examples

The company's first foray into the international market was met with unexpected success.
She made a brief foray into politics before returning to her career in medicine.
The team's foray into the enemy's camp resulted in the capture of vital supplies.

How to Use foray

foray into (prepositional phrase): entering a new area or activity — "Her foray into the tech industry was highly profitable."

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