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mallet

noun

Definition of mallet

as in hammer

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Recent Examples of mallet Both can be paired with optional silicone mallet caps to prevent marking surfaces. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 28 Apr. 2026 But rarely does a job call for riding a horse while furiously swinging a mallet — and charging at Zendaya buried in the dirt up to her neck. — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 29 May 2026 After butterflying the breast, place a piece of plastic wrap or parchment on top and use a meat mallet or small, heavy skillet to pound it to an even thickness. — Martha Stewart, 21 June 2026 Diana held a croquet mallet during a game at Itchenor, West Sussex, as seen in this 1970 portrait. — Joyann Jeffrey, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for mallet

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Noun

The same year, an intruder broke into the Pelosis' home and attacked Paul Pelosi with a hammer, fracturing his skull.

— Christopher Cann, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Cognac Ultra Rare Red was not far behind with a hammer sale of $20,000.

— Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 July 2026

Definition of hammer

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The complaint says Salle’s 2025 painting shares the works’ pose, perspective, clothing, and overall visual impression, differing chiefly in that its subject holds an axe instead of a sledgehammer.

— Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 8 July 2026
But this fiscal sledgehammer is not the solution.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2026

Definition of sledgehammer

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On the other hand, skunks forage for their favorite food, beetle grubs, by digging in the dirt, as in, digging up your yard.

— Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 1 July 2026
The report noted that various groups have made a habit of consuming beetles, caterpillars, wasps, mealworms, and dragonflies.

— David Merritt Johns, The Atlantic, 27 June 2026

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