Foursome: meaning, definitions and examples

Usually used in casual or recreational settings to refer to a group of four people doing an activity together, such as playing golf or cards.

• 'The foursome decided to book a tee time for Saturday morning
• ' 'They often form a foursome to play bridge on weekends
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Used in more general or informal settings without specifying any particular activity, it simply indicates four people playing together.

• 'The coach divided the kids into several groups of four players for the drill
• ' 'A group of four players arrived at the basketball court
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Typically used in more formal or competitive contexts, such as sports or professional settings, to emphasize a cohesive unit working towards a common goal.

• 'The project was handled by a team of four engineers
• ' 'Each team of four was given a different challenge to solve
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Used informally to describe a group of four people engaging in an activity together, often in contexts such as social gatherings or recreational activities.

• The foursome decided to spend the afternoon playing tennis.
• We make a great foursome at trivia nights.

A neutral and straightforward way to refer to any set of four individuals without implying any particular relationship or activity among them.

• A group of four people entered the conference room.
• There was a group of four people waiting in line.

Typically used in musical contexts to refer to a group of four musicians or singers who perform together. It can also be used in sports contexts, like golf, but primarily has a formal tone.

• The string quartet played beautifully at the wedding.
• The vocal quartet received a standing ovation after their performance.