as in snout
the part of the face bearing the nostrils and nasal cavity
in this classic film noir, a private eye gets his nozzle sliced when he starts poking it into places where it's not welcome
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Our one criticism — that this product’s nozzle initially oversprays — was no match for its effectiveness, ease of use, and suitability for all ages.
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Avery Stone, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2024
Using a wet/dry vac with an extension, direct the nozzle into the gutter system to collect dirt, grass, stagnant water, sticks, and other debris.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2024
The nozzles are easy to clean and made from rustproof ABS plastic.
—Savannah Smith, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Each jet is on the nozzle for about 3 minutes, requiring intense focus.
—Nic Robertson, CNN, 30 Sep. 2024
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Avery Stone, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2024
Using a wet/dry vac with an extension, direct the nozzle into the gutter system to collect dirt, grass, stagnant water, sticks, and other debris.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2024
The nozzles are easy to clean and made from rustproof ABS plastic.
—Savannah Smith, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Each jet is on the nozzle for about 3 minutes, requiring intense focus.
—Nic Robertson, CNN, 30 Sep. 2024
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“Nozzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nozzle. Accessed 22 Oct. 2024.
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