Fold – Explanation, Example Sentences and Conjugation

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The verb “fold” in English is used to describe the action of bending something, typically a flexible material such as paper, cloth, or metal, so that one part of it lies flat against another part. This action can be used to reduce the size of an item, create a crease, or organize materials more neatly. Folding can be a physical action performed with the hands, or it can be accomplished using tools or machines, especially in industrial contexts. The concept of folding extends metaphorically to non-physical contexts as well, such as folding in a game, indicating a withdrawal or giving up.

Example sentences

She began to fold the clothes neatly into the drawer.

Please fold the paper in half before cutting it.

He had to fold the map several times to fit it back into his pocket.

Can you help me fold these sheets and put them away?

During the game, she decided to fold her hand and wait for the next round.

The yoga instructor showed us how to fold forward to touch our toes.

To make the origami swan, you must first fold the corner of the paper diagonally.

As the company was losing money, they had no choice but to fold and shut down operations.

She taught her granddaughter how to fold a napkin into a beautiful swan.

After the performance, the audience began to fold their chairs and leave the venue.

Conjugation

Present Simple

I fold the clothes neatly.

You fold the paper airplane expertly.

He folds his arms across his chest.

She folds the napkins for dinner.

It folds compactly for easy storage.

We fold the sheets together.

They fold the chairs after the event.

Past Simple

I folded the laundry yesterday.

You folded the letter before sending it.

He folded the map to fit in his pocket.

She folded her hands in her lap.

It folded under pressure.

We folded the tent away.

They folded the company last year.

Future Simple

I will fold the clothes after they dry.

You will fold the brochure before mailing it.

He will fold under the intense questioning.

She will fold the quilt for storage.

It will fold into a small box.

We will fold the tablecloth after dinner.

They will fold their business if profits do not improve.

Present Continuous

I am folding the paper into a crane.

You are folding the corner of the page as a bookmark.

He is folding his clothes for the trip.

She is folding the dough while baking.

It is folding under the weight.

We are folding the flyers for the meeting.

They are folding the parachute after landing.

Past Continuous

I was folding the shirts when you called.

You were folding the blankets during the movie.

He was folding the contract into his briefcase.

She was folding her yoga mat after class.

It was folding over itself continuously.

We were folding the flags at dusk.

They were folding the sails as the wind died down.

Future Continuous

I will be folding the origami tomorrow.

You will be folding the clothes when I arrive.

He will be folding the handkerchiefs during the journey.

She will be folding the menus for the new restaurant.

It will be folding during the performance.

We will be folding the tarps after the event.

They will be folding the business plans by next week.

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