church key
noun
: an implement with a triangular pointed head at one end for piercing the tops of cans and often with a rounded head at the other end for opening bottles
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Little but important things: Soundless games or puzzle books for kids, salt and pepper packets or shakers, paper-towel roll, linen towel, plastic utensils, paper plates, matches or lighter, church key, corkscrew, wet naps, Shout Wipes and small flashlight.
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“Church key.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/church%20key. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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