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nock

noun

Definition of nock

as in indent

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Recent Examples of nock When the bow is limber enough to bend over your knee, whittle nocks 1 inch from either end, cutting into the sides only. — Keith McCafferty, Field & Stream, 29 June 2023 Anti-Dry Fire (ADF) and nock sensors increase safety and boost peace of mind. — Jace Bauserman, Outdoor Life, 7 Jan. 2021

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This one -- as hundreds of users on TikTok and Instagram have shown in the last week -- starts with half of a watermelon that's been scooped to create a bowl-like indent and frozen overnight.

— Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 10 July 2026
Indulge in a bit of kitsch with their oyster plate, where each indent takes the shape of a finned friend.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 9 June 2026

Definition of indent

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The couple’s tequila brand Pantalones Organic Tequila is partnering with Tipsy Scoop for two new flavors that pack all the punch of a margarita into a dessert that’s perfect for summer.

— Sabienna Bowman, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026
Finish by going around the edges of the board with your punch needle embroidery tool to tuck any loose fabric edges into the frame.

— Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2026

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The interior of the home is finished in white tongue-and-groove paneling and looks bright and airy thanks to its generous glazing and high ceilings.

— Adam Williams July 27, New Atlas, 27 July 2026
Just when the two seem to be getting into a groove, his secret ex-wife Sidney (Engerman) shows up and causes chaos.

— Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026

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Businesses must recognize that open weights, while offering model control, don't address critical issues like chip access, data provenance, or the auditability of AI agent actions, demanding proactive planning for governance and liability.

— Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Professor Burn Lin, Distinguished Research Chair at NTHU, said the university aims to accelerate the development of next-generation semiconductor technologies while training engineers for Taiwan’s globally significant chip industry.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026

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