ells

Definition of ellsnext
plural of ell

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ells
Noun
  • In the Galacticoaster, for instance, riders will build a virtual approximation of a spaceship from a touchscreen, selecting options for wings, cannons and more.
    Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
  • With the curtains drawn on the Olympics and the World Cup waiting in the wings, the World Baseball Classic has the spotlight to itself.
    J.J. Bailey, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • One woman crumpled into the arms of her fellow protesters.
    Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.
    CA Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 11 Mar. 2026
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“Ells.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ells. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.

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