ridgepole

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Recent Examples of ridgepole Erect a ridgepole between trees and tilt branches against one side to make a lean-to framework. Keith McCafferty/field & Stream, Popular Science, 26 Jan. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ridgepole
Noun
  • Each lamp head can swivel 350° side-to-side and tilt 90° up or down, with beam angles that go from narrow spotlighting to wide ambient wash.
    Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
  • The adaptive reuse design preserves the 1907 warehouse’s original Douglas fir beams and brickwork while slashing the building’s carbon footprint.
    Leilani Marie Labong, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2025
Noun
  • Equally worrying for Inzaghi will be just how much his core players have left in the tank; most of the spine of this team played big minutes across their three group games with minimal opportunity for rest or rotation.
    Liam Twomey, New York Times, 27 June 2025
  • Best mattress deals for back sleepers Back sleepers should choose a mattress that provides a balance of support and comfort to maintain the natural curvature of the spine.
    Nora Colomer may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 27 June 2025
Noun
  • Seal gaps around doors, window sills, and where utility lines enter the house.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 30 June 2025
  • Also, keep your window sills clear of items that could prevent your curtains from fully blocking out the light.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2025
Noun
  • Non-Alcoholic Summer Celebrations Beverages are the backbone of many summer gatherings.
    Sarah Perez, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
  • Oil wells, refineries, pipelines and shipping lanes are the backbone of energy markets.
    Skip York, The Conversation, 27 June 2025
Noun
  • Supporters argued that personal privacy was at stake, while those who opposed the bill argued that disclosure added transparency to the process.
    Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 22 June 2025
  • Mubadala doesn’t hold direct stakes in the NBA or any other major North American sports leagues or teams.
    Matt Bok, Sportico.com, 21 June 2025
Noun
  • Never a lunch for me, this summertime snack was easy to make and kept me fueled up for a long day of running through the woods.
    Josh Miller, Southern Living, 27 June 2025
  • Experts with AccuWeather recommend long sleeves in areas where there may be ticks, such as woods or tall grass, and to check your body after spending time outdoors.
    Kate Linderman, Kansas City Star, 26 June 2025
Noun
  • In 2020, the NFL announced Align Technology, Inc. as a sponsor, the makers of the braces alternative Invisalign.
    Luca Evans, Denver Post, 22 June 2025
  • The brace was most effective in reducing pain and stiffness, and improving function.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 June 2025
Noun
  • There are a prime location, so individuals should remove any leftover lumber from a project or any loose branches, stumps or rocks to remove potential habitats for snakes.
    Alyssa Cooper, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 June 2025
  • With the area's timber having been mostly cut, the lumber mills moved elsewhere.
    Jack Schnedler, Arkansas Online, 16 June 2025

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“Ridgepole.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ridgepole. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.

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