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Recent Examples of halyardThe flag should never be used for any kind of advertising purposes, and advertising signs should not be fastened to a flag's staff or halyard.—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 2 July 2024 The flag should never be used for any kind of advertising purposes, and advertising signs should not be fastened to a flag's staff or halyard.—Chris Sims, The Courier-Journal, 14 June 2024 Advertising signs should not be attached to the flag's staff or halyard (the rope used to hoist the flag).—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023 The setup can be inflated or deflated as needed and reportedly eliminates the need for any complex deck equipment (winches, halyards, etc.).—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 26 June 2023 City lights twinkled; only the clinking of the flag’s metal halyard against the flagpole broke the silence.—Marcus Yam, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2021 And then to fall asleep to the summer sounds of the sea: a lullaby of waves lapping against rocky shores punctuated by the rhythmic tinkling of sailboat halyards.—Walter Nicklin, Washington Post, 27 June 2019
Kids and thrill-seeking adults can also climb, bounce, and crawl through the treetop ropes and tunnels at the adjoining Skynet Playground and adventure park.
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Maggie Downs,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Oct. 2025
Officials used a stokes basket and rope system to lower the man, footage shared by CBS Pittsburgh shows.
As Morgan and Jonah navigate shifting alliances, Clara grapples with her grief, compounded by her confusion as to what in God’s name is going on with her mom and uncle, plus a budding romance with local cool guy Miller (Mason Thames).
The lanyard hole doubles as a pry bar and bottle opener.
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New Atlas,
New Atlas,
27 Oct. 2025
Attendees can enjoy German food and drink tastings from over 10 Twain Harte restaurants and businesses, a 5-ounce tasting mug, a commemorative lanyard, a Stein holding competition and a yodeling and costume contest.
In Milwaukee County, law enforcement officers are the only people who can initiate an emergency mental health detention and send someone to be evaluated for a possible involuntary hospital stay.
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David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
Top 5 Can’t Miss Book a stay at the Sideways Inn, a motel that was basically a supporting actor in an Oscar-winning movie.
Harrison's success follows a string of pro-athletes hailing from Middletown, like NBA Hall of Famer Jerry Lucas, legendary NFL wide receiver Cris Carter and World Series champion Kyle Schwarber.
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Victoria Moorwood,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
26 Oct. 2025
Yet, the sudden hysteria has, conversely, inspired a string of misconceptions and wrongful self-diagnoses.
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