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as in canyons
a narrow opening between hillsides or mountains that can be used for passage
try to get through the notch before the storm blows in
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as in steps
an individual part of a process, series, or ranking
sales for the album increased, and it moved up another notch on the music charts
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Recent Examples of notches
Paul Ridden
june 22,
New Atlas,
22 June 2026
Hukporti is trying to turn Shamet up several notches.
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Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2026
Such a reader would be even more exasperated by The End of Everything, which turns the dial up several notches.
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Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
Although the upgrade leaves Argentina several notches below investment status, the vote of confidence advances Milei's goal of bringing the crisis-prone economy back to global capital markets six years after Argentina defaulted on its foreign debt for the ninth time.
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ABC News,
11 June 2026
Mounted on an axis, the silver wheels with satisfying notches in them can be rotated, pushed side-to-side, and back-and-forth.
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Joel Feder,
The Drive,
11 June 2026
There have long been ubiquitous foods and drinks associated with the Slams—like the Pimm’s Cup at Wimbledon since 1971 and Honey Deuces at the US Open—but in recent years, food offerings have been taken up a few good notches.
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Rachel Chang,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
These tools are thin, flimsy, and built with barbed notches on the side that are used to grabbing hair and break through soap scum or other debris to remove them from your drain.
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Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
8 May 2026
The agency’s Ba2 rating on South Africa’s sovereign debt — two notches below investment grade — will not be affected.
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Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
4 May 2026
Noun
And if your wallet is feeling particularly flush with cash, an ambient-light-rejecting (ALR)/Fresnel screen will bump up the quality of the cinema experience by several notches.
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Paul Ridden
june 22,
New Atlas,
22 June 2026
Hukporti is trying to turn Shamet up several notches.
—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2026
Such a reader would be even more exasperated by The End of Everything, which turns the dial up several notches.
—
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
Although the upgrade leaves Argentina several notches below investment status, the vote of confidence advances Milei's goal of bringing the crisis-prone economy back to global capital markets six years after Argentina defaulted on its foreign debt for the ninth time.
—
ABC News,
11 June 2026
Mounted on an axis, the silver wheels with satisfying notches in them can be rotated, pushed side-to-side, and back-and-forth.
—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
11 June 2026
There have long been ubiquitous foods and drinks associated with the Slams—like the Pimm’s Cup at Wimbledon since 1971 and Honey Deuces at the US Open—but in recent years, food offerings have been taken up a few good notches.
—
Rachel Chang,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
These tools are thin, flimsy, and built with barbed notches on the side that are used to grabbing hair and break through soap scum or other debris to remove them from your drain.
—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
8 May 2026
The agency’s Ba2 rating on South Africa’s sovereign debt — two notches below investment grade — will not be affected.
—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for notches
Noun
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The fundraising comes as analysts remain bullish on the outlook for AI memory chips, arguing that supply constraints in high-bandwidth memory are likely to persist for years as hyperscalers continue ramping up AI infrastructure spending.
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Reggano Ranch and Bacon Pasta Salad Kit Reggano Ranch and Bacon Pasta Salad Kit includes pasta, vegetables, seasoning, and imitation bacon chips for a quick side dish.
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At Garland Ranch, trails climb from the Carmel River through oak woodland, chaparral and shaded canyons with the sort of views that drew people to California in the first place.
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The drive from Las Vegas offers more to see and do along the way, including exploring narrow slot canyons in stunning Cathedral Gorge State Park and wandering through the infamous Wild West town of Pioche, Nevada.
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Parade organizers have warned attendees to take steps to stay cool, as temperatures on Sunday will feel like the 90s.
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If emotions rise, pause to name the concern, then restate the common goal so the discussion shifts from blame toward practical steps and timelines everyone trusts.
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Food particles and microorganisms can become trapped in the nicks, grooves, and scratches on the board.
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Why are there currently rappers from Orlando and Virginia assimilating mid-2000s NYC litefeet grooves into their sound?
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This adorable colorblock set looks like a flowy mini dress from the front, but side slits just below the waistline let the shorts peek through.
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The pockets are always appreciated, while the side slits add movement and breathability on warm days.
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The gardens were developed in the 1930s on a site featuring natural ravines, now crossed by suspension bridges and laced with trails.
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The face of the moon never looks the same from one night to the next, as the shifting angle between the moon and sun causes sunlight to sweep across its surface, altering the shadows cast by craters, mountain ranges and ravines.
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That leaves the team third in Group C with three points, needing a draw or potentially a narrow loss against Brazil to make it out of the group.
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Along with her 17 points, Thornton was key in keeping Reese and the rest of the daunted Atlanta front court at bay.
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Despite similar themes and predictable plot points, the series carves out its own lane.
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There are so many delightful elements of the piece, including an ensemble that carves out exquisite texture through Reshma Gajjar’s lively and thrilling choreography.
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“Notches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notches. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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