float into (something)
1. Literally, to bob, drift, or glide into some thing or place, as on air or water. We floated into the tunnel on our inner tubes. Do you think he'll try to kiss me when the carnival ride floats into the tunnel? Luckily, the pilot recognized the engine issue and floated into the water, saving the lives of everyone on board.
2. By extension, to move forward into some thing or place in a slow, easy manner. The bride floated into the church, her gown's exquisite train trailing behind her. Float into the auditorium, OK? Give your parents the chance to take pictures of you in your cap and gown. When did you float into the meeting? I didn't even see you come in!
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float into something
1. Lit. to move on water or in air into something. The huge cruise ship floated majestically into the harbor. The kite floated into a tree and was ruined.
2. Fig. to move into something gently, as if floating. She floated into the room, looking like Cinderella before midnight. Tom and Gloria floated into the theater like a king and queen. They must have rehearsed it.
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