pons asinorum

Definition of pons asinorumnext

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Noun
  • The system employs a laser dazzler architecture that produces optical interference to disrupt drone sensors and visual navigation systems.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Lisa Wirth’s company is suing her siblings for intentional interference with prospective business relationships.
    Justin Wingerter, Denver Post, 11 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • At full height, the ship has an air draft of about 328 feet, but the tilting system enables the masts to lower when necessary, allowing the vessel to pass beneath bridges or other obstacles along its route, The Maritime Executive writes.
    Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 15 Mar. 2026
  • The war is constraining oil exports and prompting major producers like Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Iraq to scale back output as shipments face growing obstacles.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 15 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Wind shear, which occurs when winds blow at different speeds and/or directions with height, acts as an impediment to fledgling tropical storms and hurricanes.
    Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 10 Mar. 2026
  • By sanctioning an unlawful deal, the government has created a legal impediment to petitioners' financial recovery.
    Scott MacFarlane, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Under New Mexico’s new law, which takes effect in May and will be in place for the state’s June 2 primary, people who experience intimidation or obstruction at the polls from federal agents or military personnel can file a civil lawsuit seeking relief in state courts.
    Morgan Lee, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Valente was also charged with obstruction of justice.
    Paula Wethington, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The year of tennis hindrance drama continued Thursday at the BNP Paribas Open.
    Ava Wallace, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Has your celebrity been a help or a hindrance?
    Maer Roshan, HollywoodReporter, 10 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • It can also be used for rubs, vinaigrettes, meats, and vegetables.
    Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Both come with a light breading and a dry-rub seasoning packet for cooking.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Moscow relies heavily on oil revenue to finance its invasion and sanctions were a growing handicap.
    SYLVIE CORBET, Arkansas Online, 14 Mar. 2026
  • Moscow relies heavily on oil revenue to finance its war on Ukraine, and sanctions were a growing handicap.
    ABC News, ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Revenue sharing will be the biggest hurdle to get over.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Obtaining a passport in time for a looming voter registration deadline is another potential hurdle.
    Julie Carr Smyth, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
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“Pons asinorum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pons%20asinorum. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.

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