as in valve
a fixture for controlling the flow of a liquid don't forget to turn off the faucet

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Recent Examples of faucet Place the faucet or faucets into a large resealable plastic bag standing upright, with the crusty side down. Cody Godwin, USA Today, 21 Sep. 2025 People along the river are gravely worried about the fate of their lifeline, and what would happen if the river quits flowing through its two major dams and quits flowing through faucets. Debra Utacia Krol, AZCentral.com, 19 Sep. 2025 Leaky pipes, faucets, roofs, or air conditioners can all create excess humidity and may lead to overly damp environments. Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025 Moen’s high-end pull-down faucet is a stainless steel option that won’t hold fingerprints or rust as easily. 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, 18 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for faucet
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valve
Noun
  • The Cleveland County facility produces advanced valves, actuators, clutches, and controls for automotive, truck and off-road vehicles.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Also consider installing flood vents, a sump pump in your basement, and a sewer backflow valve.
    Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025

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“Faucet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faucet. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.

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