Used in a Sentence

gravestone

How to use gravestone in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for gravestone.

Editorial note

I'd like to put a plug in for doing gravestone rubbings.

Examples11
Definitions1
Parts of speech1

Quick take

a stone that is used to mark a grave

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of gravestone gathered in one view.

noun

a stone that is used to mark a grave

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for gravestone.

Example sentences

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I'd like to put a plug in for doing gravestone rubbings.

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I thought it was normal to put a URL on a gravestone these days.

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But what takes the cake, is the realization about how you'd like your gravestone to read.

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I really wonder weather he bought that gravestone photo, or just did Google image search.

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"On the gravestone of capitalism it will say: \n'Too much was not enough'.

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The quote that's brought up goes like:"When you’re gone would you rather have your gravestone say, ‘He never missed a meeting.’ Or one that said, ‘He was a great father'.

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"Consider a database of actual, real world, gravestone inscriptions.

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Consider a database of actual, real world, gravestone inscriptions.

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Like an animated, responsive epitaph on your gravestone.

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When you’re gone would you rather have your gravestone say, “He never missed a meeting.” Or one that said, “He was a great father.”A lot of good stuff in this article, but what a weak ending!

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I agree that family is important and it's especially important to be there for other people, but regarding your quote, to the two gravestone inscriptions above I'd much prefer: "He helped mankind make its first steps on Mars.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use gravestone in a sentence?

I'd like to put a plug in for doing gravestone rubbings.

What does gravestone mean?

a stone that is used to mark a grave

What part of speech is gravestone?

gravestone is commonly used as noun.