nock

Definition of nocknext

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Recent Examples of nock Whittle a nock at one end of the shaft and a deeper notch at the other end for the point. Keith McCafferty, Field & Stream, 29 June 2023 The Vector-Quad cable technology, which uses four cables rather than two, eliminates cam lean and generates straight nock travel. Jace Bauserman, Outdoor Life, 7 Jan. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nock
Noun
  • There’s nothing more annoying than unsightly indents in your carpet that are suddenly exposed.
    Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Three years after his departure, the indents of Bob Myers’ fingerprints remain on the Warriors organization due to the compounding mistakes of Dunleavy’s tenure.
    Jannelle Moore, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Mark the kerf on the end grain of a post.
    Paul Steiner, Popular Mechanics, 24 Mar. 2023
  • This reduces bowing and creates a thinner kerf, making pull saws ideal for joints and other fine woodwork.
    Pierre Tardif, WSJ, 3 June 2021
Noun
  • There will be more punches to absorb in what has been the defining series of the second round.
    Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 11 May 2026
  • However, there’s usually an honor code with that – nothing else but punches and giving the fight crowd a show.
    Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Noun
  • The comedic Best Medicine, starring Josh Charles, which is owned by the network, has a 14-episode order for Season 2, up a notch from the 13-episode first season.
    Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 May 2026
  • Take chips and salsa up a notch with the fresh peach salsa that makes use of one of our favorite summer fruits.
    Brennan Long, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Noun
  • Press your thumb in center of each patty to form a slight indentation (about 1 /4 inch deep).
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Make four small indentations in vegetable mixture.
    Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Minimal nicks can typically be removed by sharpening the blades, but serious damage may necessitate a blade replacement.
    Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
  • Built with lasting quality, it’s made to stand the test of time, while the distressed finish helps disguise everyday dings and nicks.
    Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Chagyrskaya 64 has a second cavity, which overlaps a groove in the side of the tooth that looks like trademark evidence of picking.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 13 May 2026
  • In a groove Phil Maton is cautious to ever declare that his delivery has fully come together.
    Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Noun
  • More recently, Tan struck a partnership with Elon Musk on a scheme to build a massive factory complex and shake up the chip industry.
    Bloomberg, Mercury News, 8 May 2026
  • The danger isn't from huge visible objects but rather from debris the size of paint chips, which can pierce windows (or space suits) or damage vital systems.
    Alan Bradley, Space.com, 8 May 2026

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“Nock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nock. Accessed 15 May. 2026.

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