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Recent Examples of Synonyms for petcocks
Noun
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Their hearts don’t squeeze or relax properly, or their valves on the left side of the heart have problems, causing a backup of blood that raises pressure in the lungs.
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Check for broken sprinkler heads, leaking valves, overspray onto driveways and sidewalks, and that no zones run too long.
Noun
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Run faucets in every sink and shower once a week to prevent this problem.
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Empty standing water at least once a week (birdbaths, pet bowls, plant saucers), fix dripping faucets and keep gutters clear.
Noun
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Small white lights shine through the fabric to guide your taps.
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Return your right hand to the floor and repeat on the other side (this time, left hand taps right shoulder).
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“Petcocks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/petcocks. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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