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Recent Examples of Synonyms for petcocks
Noun
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The sink valves were incorrectly connected, causing continuous pressure and risk of cross-contamination between the chemical dispenser and potable water.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
26 Mar. 2026 -
Most existing compression systems rely on large control boxes that regulate multiple valves.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Some faucets are too big, or the handle interferes with the wall behind the sink.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
21 Mar. 2026
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The pro explains that sinks, faucets, and mirrors collect water spots, toothpaste splatter, and fingerprints throughout the day.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Some scientists, such as Stanford psychiatrist and Dopamine Nation author Anna Lembke, say compulsive tech use taps into the brain’s reward circuitry in strikingly similar ways to substance addiction.—
Kristin Stoller,
Fortune,
24 Mar. 2026
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One roach died under the beer taps, and 30 flies played in the air next to the beer taps.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Petcocks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/petcocks. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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