100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "yards"

Definition

"Yards" is a plural common noun that refers to:

1. A unit of measurement equal to 3 feet or 36 inches, commonly used to measure length or distance.
2. An area of land typically enclosed or used for a specific purpose, such as a garden, playground, or an area around a house.

Synonyms

• For the measurement:
  • Feet
  • Meters (in some contexts)
  • Inches (in conversion)
• For the area of land:
  • Garden
  • Courtyard
  • Lot
  • Ground
  • Field

Antonyms

• For the measurement:
  • Inches (in smaller measurements)
  • Miles (in larger measurements)
• For the area of land:
  • Building
  • Indoor space
  • Enclosure (in some contexts)

Examples

1. The fence is just a few yards from the road.
2. I need to buy a carpet measuring 10 yards for the living room.
3. The yard is filled with beautiful flowers and plants.
4. We measured the length of the field in yards.
5. The dog ran across the yards playing with a ball.
6. The school playground has several yards for different activities.
7. It’s a long walk; we have to cover several yards before reaching home.
8. The contractor measured the area in yards before starting the project.
9. My garden spans over 50 yards in length.
10. The athlete sprinted 100 yards in record time.
11. The yard was filled with toys left out from the kids’ playtime.
12. We need to clean the yards before the family barbecue.
13. He threw the ball over 20 yards to reach his friend.
14. The construction site had numerous yards of gravel delivered.
15. The yard was a perfect spot for a picnic on a sunny day.
16. They planted trees in their front yards for shade.
17. The distance between the two markers is about 30 yards.
18. The dog barked as it chased a squirrel in the yards.
19. The team practiced their drills across the football field, measuring in yards.
20. She can throw a frisbee over 50 yards with ease.
21. The yard was decorated with lights for the festive season.
22. We measured the depth of the trench in yards to ensure it was safe.
23. The children played tag in the backyard yards.
24. The coach instructed the players to run five yards back.
25. The yard had a beautiful swing set for the kids.
26. He bought a new hose that is 75 yards long.
27. The soccer field measures over 100 yards in length.
28. The yard is a great place for family gatherings.
29. After moving, we realized our new yard was much bigger than the old one.
30. The measurement was off by a few yards.
31. The yard was filled with autumn leaves.
32. She can calculate the distance in yards without a tape measure.
33. They installed a fence around their entire yard.
34. The field was lined with markers every 10 yards.
35. The yard is too muddy to play in today.
36. He ran the race and finished in under 20 yards.
37. The yard was perfect for planting vegetables.
38. The dog dug holes all over the yard.
39. The yard sale attracted many neighbors.
40. She won first place by sprinting 200 yards in the competition.
41. The yard is where we spend most of our summer evenings.
42. The football field is 100 yards long.
43. The yard was buzzing with the sound of bees.
44. The kids made a fort in the yard using blankets and sticks.
45. The property includes several yards of land.
46. He marked the boundaries of the yard with stakes.
47. There are several yards of fabric left over from the project.
48. The yard was a mess after the storm.
49. He can throw a ball further than 40 yards.
50. The yard was transformed into a beautiful garden.
51. The yard is spacious enough for a swimming pool.
52. They planted flowers in neat rows across the yard.
53. The track was measured in yards for the race.
54. The backyard is where we have our bonfires.
55. The yard had a lovely view of the mountains.
56. The distance from home to school is about 300 yards.
57. The yard was filled with the sound of laughter.
58. We have to mow the yard before the weekend.
59. The field was divided into yards for the event.
60. The yard is where we first met.
61. He calculated the area of the yard for landscaping.
62. The kids played soccer in the grassy yards.
63. The yard was a designated safe space for the children.
64. She walked several yards to find her lost keys.
65. The yard was a perfect spot for camping out.
66. He can run a 100 yards dash in under ten seconds.
67. The yard felt peaceful in the early morning.
68. The distance was marked every five yards for accuracy.
69. They created a pathway through the yard with stones.
70. The yard was beautiful in the springtime.
71. He can jump across a distance of ten yards.
72. The yard was cleared for a new patio.
73. They watched the sunset from their back yards.
74. The yard was filled with kids playing during the summer.
75. She measured the fabric in yards before buying it.
76. They used the yard for outdoor movie nights.
77. The distance seemed shorter when measured in yards.
78. The yard was alive with the sound of chirping birds.
79. He practiced his golf swing in the backyard yards.
80. The yard was a great place for a family reunion.
81. They calculated the area of the yard for landscaping purposes.
82. The yard was decorated with lights for the holidays.
83. The distance is roughly 50 yards from the entrance.
84. The yard was filled with children running around.
85. They had a barbecue in the yard last weekend.
86. The yard was muddy after the rain.
87. He can throw the javelin over 70 yards.
88. The yard was a gathering point for friends.
89. They built a treehouse in the yard.
90. The distance was marked in yards for the race.
91. The yard was the perfect spot for a garden.
92. He measured the distance in yards for his project.
93. The yard was filled with colorful flowers.
94. They used the yard for various outdoor activities.
95. The distance between us was only a few yards.
96. They had a picnic in the yard last summer.
97. The yard was transformed into a playground for the kids.
98. The distance from the goalpost to the line is 10 yards.
99. The yard was a peaceful retreat from the city.
100. They enjoyed their evening walks in the yard.