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rod

noun

ˈräd

Definition of rod

as in cane

a heavy rigid stick used as a weapon or for punishment arrested for using a rod on his dogs in violation of the state's animal cruelty laws

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as in beam

a straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide a curtain rod

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Recent Examples of rod Golding made pretty much the same point Wednesday, which means Kiffin’s argument isn’t merely an attempt to spin a lightning-rod moment into an all-around victory. — Matt Baker, New York Times, 23 July 2026 Many high heels rely on metal heel rods for structure, sturdiness, and stability. — Joey Skladany, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026 Her wrist pivoted the rod forward and the line created an arc that drops gently into the river. — Craig Lemoult, NPR, 20 July 2026 There was no reliance on rod removal or performer puppeteer removal. — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for rod

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After obtaining a search warrant for an apartment, investigators obtained two canes and a red, wooden paddle handle, the warrant states.

— Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 27 July 2026
Depp hobbled around — supported by a cane, sporting a dusty top hat, and ensconced behind a wrought iron gate — while fans shouted out questions.

— Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 24 July 2026

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Historic ceiling beams were painted white to lighten the atmosphere, while high-gloss wood paneling pairs with handblown glass light fixtures from Vetreria Venier in Murano.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 July 2026
Electron beam lithography has long been valued for its exceptional resolution, but conventional single-beam systems have generally been too slow for many high-throughput manufacturing applications.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026

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Tensions escalated after protesters marching toward Parliament were met with a police crackdown earlier in the week, with officers using batons and tear gas to disperse crowds.

— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
The demonstrations have become one of the most persistent challenges to Modi’s government in recent years, with thousands returning to the streets even after police used tear gas and batons to disperse marchers.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026

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Tony's has a full bar and turns out quality versions of some of the greatest hits.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Guests can spend the morning at Buffalo Trace and still have the afternoon free to explore Louisville's restaurants, bourbon bars or additional distilleries.

— Emily Price, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026

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Beasley finished with 20 points, while Xavier Sneed had 16 points and eight boards and Austin Trice 16 points on 8-of-9 shooting for Purple Reign.

— Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2026
Two of the five members of the authority’s board wanted to postpone the vote to give it more time for consideration.

— Cassidy Alexander, AJC.com, 21 July 2026

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