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Spend the morning at the beach, wander into town for lunch, play a round of mini golf before dinner, and somehow end the night listening to live music bayside with sandy feet dusting the floorboards of the bar.—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026 Related media 1 photo Loose or uneven floorboards are often overlooked after winter, but addressing them early can help prevent safety hazards and more costly repairs.—Angie Hicks, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026 White oak was used as a unifying element, with the wide-plank floorboards and kitchen cabinetry.—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 May 2026 Traces of blood were also found on the floorboards of Abugharbieh’s car, Chronister said.—Mike Schneider, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for floorboard