carcanet

noun

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archaic
as in torque

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  1. torque
  2. beads
  3. dog collar
  4. necklace
Noun
  • The result is a modest but welcome increase in output, which climbs from 370 hp to 388 hp, while torque remains unchanged at 331 ft lbs.
    — Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
  • This configuration feeds real-time grip, yaw and velocity data into a central computer, executing independent, instantaneous torque vectoring across the rear wheels.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of torque
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  • Arcos sits very close to the northern limit of the path, which some eclipse chasers seek out specifically for a longer display of Baily’s beads.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 10 Oct. 2026
  • There is also a short evening dress from the 1925 haute couture collection which is embroidered with jet-style beads.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026
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  • For a more reliable alternative with longer battery life, the Fi Mini remains our Editors' Choice for GPS dog collars.
    — Tyler Hayes, PC Magazine, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Wilde performed the act, while clad in a full latex suit, during a scene in which Cooper’s character is wearing a blindfold and a dog collar.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 July 2026
Definition of dog collar
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  • Beaded necklaces were also particularly prominent, with long, colorful, mixed-bead styles incorporating shells, coral and turquoise.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Lambert wears earrings once owned by Parton in the song’s video, while Stapleton sports a necklace that belonged to Rogers.
    — Russ Penuell, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of necklace
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“Carcanet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carcanet. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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