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Recent Examples of halyard
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.
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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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for halyard
Noun
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Jump Rope Jumping rope isn’t just a playground game for kids.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
14 Jan. 2026
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Highline’s Adventure Park features a ropes course with 80 elements on two separate levels.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Sometimes rats chew the machines' wires or an explosion causes more serious damage.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Jan. 2026
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This same staff cut him to make room for a waiver-wire claim before the start of the 2024 season.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Wouldn’t be surprised if a few cheerleaders and equipment guys are looking to leave, too.—
Mac Engel
January 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
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The guy in the back seat with me was just, like, trying to strike up small talk.—
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Additional features include a keychain hole for attaching the tool to a backpack clip, keyring, or a neck lanyard.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
9 Jan. 2026
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Blue's last post—of her seductively licking a Schoolies lanyard—was shared a week ago, presumably shortly before her arrest and detainment.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The cable was later recovered by deputies.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
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These heating cables can be placed in the gutters and dropped into the downspouts to prevent ice buildup during extended periods of freezing weather.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Faulty wiring or frayed cords are a recipe for disaster, so be sure to thoroughly inspect your model to check for any broken elements.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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The most obvious objects in the home, other than Gordon herself, are a chandelier and an electric guitar/cord/amp combo.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Fair attendees can enjoy a stay at a boutique hotel in the center, yet away from the hustle, at The James Suite Hotel 1564 or savor typical dishes made with fresh ingredients by the chefs at Santabarbara.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Scherzinger also shared other photos from her stay at the One&Only Reeth Rah resort in the Maldives, including taking her barely there bikini on a cold plunge.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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During his segment, the actor opened up about his recent string of out-there looks, which also included teeny-tiny shorts and long hair.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Kendricks saves the day The 49ers were down to third- and fourth-string linebackers after losing Fred Warner in October and his backup Tatum Bethune, in Week 18 to a groin injury.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Halyard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/halyard. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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