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Recent Examples of pronged
Denis Mandich, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Earlier this year, CSU unveiled a three-pronged approach in funding with the creation of the Ram Athletic Fund and the McGraw Society in addition to already-existing sport-specific funds.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
During his Fox News appearance, Whitaker said Trump was using a two-pronged strategy involving peace talks and pressure in a bid to end the war, which began in February 2022 when Russian troops launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
In that way, Thielen’s fit was two-pronged.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
An initiative-taking, multi-pronged response is essential for our collective security.
—Denis Mandich, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Earlier this year, CSU unveiled a three-pronged approach in funding with the creation of the Ram Athletic Fund and the McGraw Society in addition to already-existing sport-specific funds.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
During his Fox News appearance, Whitaker said Trump was using a two-pronged strategy involving peace talks and pressure in a bid to end the war, which began in February 2022 when Russian troops launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
In that way, Thielen’s fit was two-pronged.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pronged
Adjective
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Only those working at the listening station (kept separate from the rest of the compound with barbed wire and a guard shack) knew what was really going on.—
A.K. Whitney,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
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Thailand says the barbed wire was set up to prevent the planting of mines and is on its own land.—
Matthew Tostevin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Aug. 2025
Verb
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There are no strings, but the head of the racquet is perforated.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Sep. 2025
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Some pizza pans are perforated with small holes.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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During his two-year spell in North London, Postecoglou also reveals the decidedly spikier side to his character.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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Jasmine petals, one of my favorite floral notes, is given a spikier edge alongside Australian pink pepper, while raspberry and spun sugar add a pleasing sweetness without being too much.—
Venus Wong,
refinery29.com,
30 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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There is nothing quite like the view from Monterey Bay—jagged coastline and evergreens framing a strip of blue.—
Beth Lew-Williams,
New Yorker,
13 Sep. 2025
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Visitors will find themselves with jaws agape at the striking jagged mountain peaks, looming glaciers, and slick icebergs, all set to the backdrop of moody, misty weather—this is a photographer’s dream adventure.—
Stefanie Waldek,
AFAR Media,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But it’s being accentuated by acute attacks, like a freak heat wave in East Antarctica in March 2022 that spiked temperatures 40 degrees C (72 degrees F) above normal, obliterating records and shocking scientists.—
Matt Simon,
Wired News,
30 Aug. 2025
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Firefighters are battling the flames following intense heat waves in Western Washington that have spiked temperatures as much as 20 degrees above normal and stretched for days at least twice in August.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Scientists thought these spiky bits might be spiny scales, like those found on the bodies of rays and sharks.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
10 Sep. 2025
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Residents in Fort Collins, Colorado, have been reporting sightings of wild rabbits with tentacle-like, black spiny growths around their mouths and faces, according to the local news station WFSB.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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But the tanks were thrust into battle lacking the appropriate armor to defend against drones.—
Marco Hernandez,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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The hearing was broadcast live from Melbourne’s Supreme Court, reflecting the intense public interest in the case that thrust Patterson, her family and the small town of Leongatha into the global spotlight.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The windshield of a bus on the scene was riddled with bullet holes, and people’s belongings were scattered in the area.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
8 Sep. 2025
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It may be riddled with mistakes.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Pronged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pronged. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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