1
: having a usually specified number of prongs
—usually used in combination
a 3-pronged fork
2
: having a usually specified number of parts or approaches
a 2-pronged strategy
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The three-pronged structure, with its central plaza and slow-moving foot traffic, offers just enough distraction.
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 28 Feb. 2026
While limiting investors' ability to snap up homes could be part of a multi-pronged approach to addressing housing affordability, targeting them alone is unlikely to solve the issue, according to Allen.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Langhnane, the team president, said the appetite for soccer in Austin is strong, prompting the team to have a two-pronged approach to capitalize on World Cup enthusiasm.
—Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
In his speech, Putin referred to the Russian nuclear triad, which is the country’s three-pronged system for delivering nuclear weapons, designed to ensure a credible second-strike capability.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 24 Feb. 2026
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 28 Feb. 2026
While limiting investors' ability to snap up homes could be part of a multi-pronged approach to addressing housing affordability, targeting them alone is unlikely to solve the issue, according to Allen.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Langhnane, the team president, said the appetite for soccer in Austin is strong, prompting the team to have a two-pronged approach to capitalize on World Cup enthusiasm.
—Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
In his speech, Putin referred to the Russian nuclear triad, which is the country’s three-pronged system for delivering nuclear weapons, designed to ensure a credible second-strike capability.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 24 Feb. 2026
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“Pronged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pronged. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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