300+ Great Examples of Homonyms in English

Example: “Please send your application to this address.”

Example: “She will address the crowd at noon.”

Example: “The band is playing at the concert tonight.”

Example: “He used a rubber band to keep the pencils together.”

Example: “He swung the bat and hit a home run.”

Example: “A bat flew out of the cave at dusk.”

Example: “The soccer match ended in a draw.”

Example: “She lit the candle with a match.”

Example: “What do you mean when you say ‘home’?”

Example: “That was a mean thing to say to someone.”

Example: “You got the answer right.”

Example: “Everyone has the right to freedom of speech.”

Example: “She showed off her engagement ring.”

Example: “The church bells ring every hour.”

Example: “The geologist studied the rock sample.”

Example: “She rocked the baby to sleep.”

Example: “He gave her a dozen red roses on Valentine’s Day.”

Example: “She rose from her chair to greet the guests.”

Example: “The flowers bloom in spring.”

Example: “The cat sprang onto the windowsill.”

Example: “The stalk of the plant was strong and tall.”

Example: “He was arrested for stalking his ex-girlfriend.”

Example: “The villagers rely on the well for clean drinking water.”

Example: “She performed well on the exam.”

Example: “Please attach your documents with a paper clip.“

Example: “She clipped the coupon from the newspaper.”

Example: “Please save the date for our wedding: June 24th.”

Example: “They went on a date to the movies.”

Example: “A drop of water fell from the faucet.”

Example: “He dropped the glass, and it shattered on the floor.”

Example: “Birds can fly high in the sky.”

Example: “A fly kept buzzing around the room.”

Example: “She received a letter from her friend abroad.”

Example: “The letter ‘B’ is the second in the alphabet.”

Example: “She held the coin in the palm of her hand.”

Example: “Palm trees swayed in the tropical breeze.”

Example: “We had a picnic in the park.”

Example: “She parked the car in the designated spot.”

Example: “The treasure is marked at this point on the map.”

Example: “He pointed to the sign that read ‘No Entry’.”

Example: “The ruler of the land decreed a new law.”

Example: “She used a ruler to draw the lines on her diagram.”

Example: “He saw a deer while hiking in the woods.”

Example: “She cut the board with a hand saw.”

Example: “Please step on the scale to check your weight.”

Example: “He practiced his scales on the piano.”

Example: “The cargo ship delivered goods across the ocean.”

Example: “The company will ship your order within 24 hours.”

Example: “He washed the dishes in the kitchen sink.“

Example: “The ship struck an iceberg and began to sink.”

Example: “He wore a silk tie to the interview.”

Example: “She tied the package with a ribbon.”

Example: “They went on a trip to the mountains.”

Example: “He tripped over the rug and fell.”

Example: “The surfer rode a large wave to the beach.”

Example: “She waved goodbye as the train departed.”

Example: “The cool breeze was refreshing on the hot day.”

Example: “We let the cake cool for an hour before eating it.”

Example: “We saw ducks swimming in the pond.”

Example: “She had to duck to enter the low doorway.”

Example: “The leaves change color in the fall.”

Example:  “He slipped on the ice and fell.”

Example: “She kept all her receipts in a file for tax purposes.”

Example: “The metal edges were filed down to prevent injury.”

Example: “He broke his foot playing soccer.”

Example: “The ladder is 10 feet long.”

Example: “Her left hand has a scar.”

Example: “He left the keys on the table.”

Example: “He hammered the nail into the wall to hang the picture.”

Example: “She painted her nails a bright red color.”

Example: “She checked her watch to see if she was late.”

Example: “Watch the baby while I step out for a moment.”

Example: “She opened a can of soup for dinner.”

Example: “I can swim across the lake.”

Example: “The soldiers retreated to the safety of the fort.”

Example: “They fought bravely in the battle.”

Example: “The foul odor from the garbage was overwhelming.”

Example: “The farm had several types of fowl roaming the fields.”

Example: “The patients would often groan in discomfort.”

Example: “The grown trees provided ample shade in the park.”

Example: “The holy site attracts thousands of pilgrims each year.”

Example: “She was wholly committed to the project.”

Example: “The meeting lasted an hour.”

Example: “Our team won the championship.”

Example: “I am planning to go to the store.”

Example: “Her eye color is a very deep blue.”

Example: “I know the answer to the question.”

Example: “I asked if he was home, but the answer was no.“

Example: “He spent the day playing golf at the links.”

Example: “The lynx is known for its keen sight.”

Example: “She checked her mailbox for the mail.”

Example: “The male birds display bright feathers to attract females.”

Example: “I will meet you at the coffee shop at noon.”

Example: “The butcher offered several cuts of meat.”

Example: “The treaty brought peace to the region.”

Example: “She ate a piece of cake.”

Example: “You have the right to remain silent.”

Example: “Please write your name at the top of the paper.”

Example: “The police cordoned off the crime scene.”

Example: “I have seen that movie three times.”

Example: “She is taller than her brother.”

Example: “He was then the youngest member of the team.”

(adv.) After that; next; afterward.

Example: “We had tea, and then we sat in the garden for a while.”

Example: “After the illness, she felt very weak.”

Example: “We’re going on vacation for a week in July.”