How to Use "Both" with Example Sentences

both (adj): referring to two things

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Example sentences:

"Put both hands on the steering wheel."

"I'm taking both girls to school."

"I have an infection in both ears."

"Both teams were disqualified for fighting."

"Try on both outfits."

"Make sure both feet touch the ground."

"I like both ideas, but I have to choose one."

"Both parents are coming to the piano recital."

both (conj): equally; used before two words that are connected with 'and'

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Example sentences:

"I would like both cake and ice cream."

"My favorite sports are both baseball and basketball."

"She is both smart and funny."

"I am both angry and sad about the incident."

"The child is both hungry and tired."