battens

present tense third-person singular of batten

Example Sentences

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Verb
  • The twisting barrel easily clamps to hair (without pulling) and gives you long-lasting curls for up to two days.
    Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 25 June 2026
  • The Pocket Grip also features a central hex drive that clamps a standard hex bit.
    Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Ships, like airplanes, are designed with fluid dynamics in mind, and biofoul seriously messes that up.
    David Goldman, CNN Money, 23 June 2026
  • From pet hair to crumbs, this Shark handheld cordless vacuum cleaner can tackle messes large and small, thanks to strong suction and a self-cleaning brush that resists pet hair accumulation.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Verb
  • Give key lime pie nails a futuristic twist with a chrome finish.
    Amanda Le, InStyle, 24 June 2026
  • Anhaishuilv Leather Belt Minimalist accessories are trending, and this slim belt nails the look without the luxe price.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026
Verb
  • September 2012 – Days after the $34 million restoration project is complete, the pool fills with algae, USA TODAY and the Washington Post reported.
    Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 23 June 2026
  • This season fills your calendar and inbox with conversations, errands, paperwork, local events and possibly even a reunion with someone from your past.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026
Verb
  • The pen cap then screws onto the lower tube to create an extended striker that's easy to grip and move.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 June 2026
  • Presented with an opportunity to finally confess his feelings to Nikki, our man screws the metaphorical pooch.
    David Fear, Rolling Stone, 14 June 2026
Verb
  • Perronet visited the factory in 1739, when the pin industry had established itself through Normandy, with gold mined from the Pyrenees or silver imported from Saxony molded into the humble device of sewers and tailors which affixes badges and holds hair in place.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
  • August Grove Rotella Metal Planter Planters add instant curb appeal, and this one that affixes to a railing is durable, easy to mount, and looks great on a variety of home styles.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Continue reading … SEISMIC SUPPORT — AOC lashes out at Trump for 'betrayal' of voters after key SCOTUS immigration ruling.
    , FOXNews.com, 26 June 2026
  • Harris also shows us the burn scars that ripple up Racine’s arm and across Anaia’s face, textured skin that makes strangers blanch, to which Racine lashes out defensively.
    Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 15 May 2026
Verb
  • This compact tote folds into a small pouch that clips directly onto your keys and expands into a functional bag when needed.
    Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026
  • Joe Rodon clips a pass over the top of the Brentford defence for Calvert-Lewin to contest.
    Beren Cross, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
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“Battens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/battens. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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