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foray in German

foray in German is plötzlicher Überfall, überraschender Überfall, Streifzug — foray means a short venture or attempt into an activity or area outside one's usual expertise.

foray in German

plötzlicher Überfall
noun
A sudden or irregular incursion in border warfare; hence, any irregular incursion for war or spoils; a raid.
überraschender Überfall
noun
A sudden or irregular incursion in border warfare; hence, any irregular incursion for war or spoils; a raid.
Streifzug
noun
A brief excursion or attempt, especially outside one's accustomed sphere.
kurzer Ausfall
noun
A brief excursion or attempt, especially outside one's accustomed sphere.

What does "foray" mean?

  1. noun A short venture or attempt into an activity or area outside one's usual expertise.
    "The actor's foray into music surprised many fans."
  2. verb To make a brief attempt at something unfamiliar.
    "The company forayed into the electric car market last year."

foray in a sentence

  • The actor's foray into music surprised many fans.
  • Her foray into politics lasted only one term.
  • The company forayed into the electric car market last year.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "foray" in German?

"foray" in German is plötzlicher Überfall, überraschender Überfall, Streifzug. foray means: A short venture or attempt into an activity or area outside one's usual expertise.

How do you use "foray" in a sentence?

Example: "The actor's foray into music surprised many fans." In German, "foray" is plötzlicher Überfall, überraschender Überfall, Streifzug.

Are there other ways to say "foray" in German?

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "foray": plötzlicher Überfall, überraschender Überfall, Streifzug, kurzer Ausfall.

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