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bullwhip

noun

Definition of bullwhip

as in strap

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Recent Examples of bullwhip And, in an offering from a more rugged hero, Harrison Ford’s bullwhip, belt, and whip holster (the only complete set to ever be offered at auction) from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is estimated to hammer down for between $250,000 and $500,000. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2025 The chunky cotton rope in my hands pulls taught and slingshots me through the apex of the turn like the end of a bullwhip. — Colin Clancy, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2022 Among the other items sold during the auction included Indiana Jones’ bullwhip and belt that Harrison Ford used in Steven Spielberg’s Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, with the pair selling for $475,650. — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019 But don’t expect the massive bullwhip effect of cargo that is occurring out at sea. — Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019 See All Example Sentences for bullwhip

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Noun

The shoes, which feature only a cap on the heel and two ankle straps, debuted as part of Matthieu Blazy’s first Chanel Cruise collection in April.

— Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026
The sandals have faux leather on the back and flexible elastic straps that easily form to our feet.

— Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of strap

Noun

The young trees, often called whips, have high stem densities.

— Tom Huggler, Outdoor Life, 13 Aug. 2026
In addition to being a Democratic whip while serving in Congress, Jones was a member of the Committee on Public Works and Transportation and the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.

— Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of whip

Noun

It’s fueled by a propane tank that tucks neatly inside the table, which is crafted from a combination of metal and weather-resistant rattan.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2026
The set is wrapped in durable rattan with steel frames underneath, and the tabletop is made of weather-resistant acacia wood.

— Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 13 June 2026

Definition of rattan

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The result was a blend of tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, molasses, mustard, horseradish, lemon juice, onions, garlic, peppers, hickory smoke, spices and salt.

— Evan Moore August 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2026
Sugar maples, oaks and hickory trees turn the bluffs red, orange, and gold.

— Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2026

Definition of hickory

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Despite this, Brister did explain that there are times when rawhide can be good for dogs.

— Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
Chinese laborers, rare for that time, made rawhide bags on site to take the limestone and dump it into iron buckets on an aerial tramway, according to Meniketti’s report.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2025

Definition of rawhide

Noun

The crops don’t magically spring from the ground because someone has watched a YouTube video about regenerative agriculture.

— Solitaire Townsend, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Despite lingering tensions and uncertainty, members of the community have come together to support one another and are optimistic about the almond crop.

— Lizzie Kane, Sacbee.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of crop

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With $3 Miller High Lifes, birch beer on tap and Yoo-Hoo a suggested pairing, Hiram’s is a throwback to a simpler (and cheaper) time.

— Matt Cortina, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026
At their home, the custom birch dining table hosts client meetings by day and family dinners at night.

— Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026

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