handlebars

plural of handlebar

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for handlebars
Noun
  • Wearables succeeded not just by measuring physiology, but by creating feedback loops that made invisible processes visible and actionable.
    Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Slop threatens to leach actual meaning out of the internet by creating feedback loops of recursive information.
    Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The scene where ‘80s teen Marty McFly borrows a scooter from a bewildered ‘50s kid and breaks off the handles to make a skateboard is one of the film’s most iconic moments.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2025
  • The set is made of iron and features wood handles with minimal embellishments.
    Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Her fashion designer husband, who pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud and honest services wire and mail fraud, was sentenced to five months behind bars, two years of supervised release, 250 hours of community service, and a $250,000 fine.
    Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Along the way, riders can encounter everything from public art installations to bike bars that double as popular gathering spots.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • These delicate velvet bows are slightly understated; pin them to the tree in lieu of ornaments for a charming coquettish vibe or have the two join forces for maximum drama.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Stores have cleared out their spooky decor and swapped it for tinsel and bows, and my shopping senses are tingling.
    Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • They’re made with durable aluminum alloy and have cork and foam hand grips to keep you comfortable while climbing.
    Anna Fiorentino, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Crews discovered fissures in the bedrock that required repair and struggled to find grips strong enough to hold cars on the steep grade.
    Michael Wells, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
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“Handlebars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handlebars. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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