bales

plural of bale

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Recent Examples of bales The first window, dedicated to womenswear, depicts bales of fiber transported in miniature Loro Piana trucks that are ultimately headed to Italy to be woven into the brand’s delicate fabric. David Moin, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025 Create a layered Halloween display with hay bales, colorful pumpkins, tall ornamental grass, and a stunning fall wreath. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025 The wedding featured a summoning of the Sanderson sisters, a giant pumpkin-man in a Jack Skellington tux (created by Danny Wicked), and plenty of hay bales and pumpkins. Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025 Now, Pakistan will have to import as many as 7 million bales to bridge the shortfall, according to the Karachi Cotton Brokers Forum. Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 7 Oct. 2025 Coast Guard members unloaded bales of cocaine from the cutter Midgett at the Marine Terminal in Barrio Logan on Thursday. San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Sep. 2025 Way to Celebrate Pumpkin Outdoor Coir Mat I’m all about curb appeal, and come fall, my favorite thing to do is adorn my front porch with colorful, vibrant mums, hay bales, scarecrows, and other seasonal decor. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2025 In this June 25, 2007 file photo, a Dominican Navy soldier stands guard over bales of cocaine during a news conference in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Sep. 2025 Hay bales are placed along the backside of the den box, and the door gets removed. Brooke Baitinger, Idaho Statesman, 24 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bales
Noun
  • Disney announced price hikes across their streaming plans and bundles in September, set to take effect in October.
    Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Dsney hiked the prices of its Disney+ plans and bundles this month, with NBCUniversal’s Peacock raising its subscription price substantially in August ahead of the NBA season.
    Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • While photography packages and wedding albums come with some turn-around time, a painting will be done at the end of the reception and can give couples a glimpse of the evening right away.
    Metro Creative Services, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
  • Instead, shrimp packages should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund, or disposed of safely.
    Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The district turned to printing out packets and delivering them, breaking multiple copiers from overuse, Deputy Superintendent Jvanna Hanks said.
    Tyler Kingkade, NBC news, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Clear protein powder is often available in tubs, resealable bags, and single-serving packets.
    Caroline Tien, SELF, 13 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The extra-large dryer fits large loads and can handle multiple blankets.
    Christopher Murray may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
  • The fourth-generation model (and third Spyder overall) is a true speed machine, combining more aggressive styling with loads of power.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • However, arms control agreements limit current loadings to four or five.
    Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • His last meal consisted of three packs of oatmeal, peanut butter, water and two sports drinks.
    Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
  • In a car on the way to the premiere of It Was Just an Accident, Panahi stops at a convenience store, where a publicist hops out to buy him cigarettes for the next few days (six packs).
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Chooka Waterproof Chelsea Rain Boots The popular rain boots are made from high-quality rubber and have an airtight seal that keeps out drafts and moisture.
    Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
  • The utility is in the middle of writing its next Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), which is a long-term guide map for energy generation, and the drafts show the utility heading in a new direction.
    Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 14 Oct. 2025

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