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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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Recent Examples of rod
For mineral buildup on metal ice-making rods in a countertop ice maker, Endres recommends soaking a cloth in vinegar and wrapping it around the affected parts for 10–15 minutes, then wiping clean.
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 9 July 2025
After checking in at The Next Eddy and being fitted for waders and rods, Ben and I followed Liam past the Mt. Shavano Hatchery, 7725 County Road 154, to a quiet fishing hole.
—Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 22 July 2025
In addition, the Decimal Minute Repeater strikes time using cathedral gongs nearly twice the length of standard rods to deliver a deeper, more intense sound.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 21 July 2025
On your sporting gear, like baseball bats, basketballs, basketball hoops, golf balls and clubs, inline skates, fishing rod and tackle box, snow skis, snowboards and more.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 20 July 2025
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 9 July 2025
After checking in at The Next Eddy and being fitted for waders and rods, Ben and I followed Liam past the Mt. Shavano Hatchery, 7725 County Road 154, to a quiet fishing hole.
—Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 22 July 2025
In addition, the Decimal Minute Repeater strikes time using cathedral gongs nearly twice the length of standard rods to deliver a deeper, more intense sound.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 21 July 2025
On your sporting gear, like baseball bats, basketballs, basketball hoops, golf balls and clubs, inline skates, fishing rod and tackle box, snow skis, snowboards and more.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 20 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rod
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These toads are a non-native species introduced to control sugar cane pests almost a century ago.—
Lois K. Solomon,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Aug. 2025
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Raised in a small town in Puebla, Mexico, her parents grew sugar cane to support a family that struggled financially.—
Olivia Cyrus,
Sacbee.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The inside spread of the main beams was 53 inches, the greatest outside spread 56.—
Fred C. Mercer,
Outdoor Life,
14 Aug. 2025
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The architects removed unsympathetic additions, restored the massive Baltic pine ceiling beams, and brought back the grandeur of the enormous fireplaces, some nearly 10 feet wide.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
13 Aug. 2025
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Then, sometime after midnight on July 18, guards began banging their batons on the bars of the men’s cells.—
Perla Trevizo,
ProPublica,
30 July 2025
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The baton has officially been passed on to 30-year-old Andrew Kuski, who became the new Dealer Principal of the storied dealership in April 2025, ushering in a bold new era for the Chapman Chevrolet Buick GMC legacy.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
29 July 2025
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Vault, a cocktail and raw seafood bar that overlooks the Milwaukee River, will remain open until Aug. 30.—
Jordyn Noennig,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The other side of the basement boasts another area to sit and relax, with original Tennessee crab stone flooring, a small bar, and a couple of different vintage accents with sentimental value.—
Lennie Omalza,
The Courier-Journal,
7 Aug. 2025
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Robertson and Taylor have created a family advisory board who often volunteer to help out free of charge.—
Beki San Martin,
Freep.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The deal still needs approval from the league’s board of governors, who comprise the 30 team owners.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Rod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rod. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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