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as in canes
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 rods
Some students said steel rods were sometimes used on areas that would not leave visible marks.
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Mark Banchereau, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Some students said steel rods were sometimes used on areas that would not leave visible marks.
—Mark Banchereau The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 12 Mar. 2026
Designer Adolph Weinman chose to use a Roman fasces—an axe bound tightly in a bundle of rods—wrapped in an olive branch, together symbolizing military readiness tempered by a desire for peace, in a nod to the Roman Republic.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
Articulators fasten bones together using drills, wires, rods, and glues.
—Jeff Wilson, Outdoor Life, 11 Mar. 2026
The stones in the ear rods have not yet been identified, Hancock said.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026
The biggest challenge now is to remove the highly radioactive uranium rods — mixed with steel, rock and concrete — that still lie deep within.
—Yusuke Maekawa, Bloomberg, 8 Mar. 2026
To stabilize bulging sides, drive rebar rods into the soil along the exterior of the beds.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2026
During that period, sales taxes would be lifted on select outdoor gear, including tents priced under $200 and fishing rods priced at $75 or less, along with firearms, ammunition, bows and crossbows.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Mark Banchereau, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Some students said steel rods were sometimes used on areas that would not leave visible marks.
—Mark Banchereau The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 12 Mar. 2026
Designer Adolph Weinman chose to use a Roman fasces—an axe bound tightly in a bundle of rods—wrapped in an olive branch, together symbolizing military readiness tempered by a desire for peace, in a nod to the Roman Republic.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
Articulators fasten bones together using drills, wires, rods, and glues.
—Jeff Wilson, Outdoor Life, 11 Mar. 2026
The stones in the ear rods have not yet been identified, Hancock said.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026
The biggest challenge now is to remove the highly radioactive uranium rods — mixed with steel, rock and concrete — that still lie deep within.
—Yusuke Maekawa, Bloomberg, 8 Mar. 2026
To stabilize bulging sides, drive rebar rods into the soil along the exterior of the beds.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2026
During that period, sales taxes would be lifted on select outdoor gear, including tents priced under $200 and fishing rods priced at $75 or less, along with firearms, ammunition, bows and crossbows.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rods
Noun
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This will help the remaining canes and new stems have the room to grow more easily.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
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Repeating this cycle helps replace older canes with new, stronger growth.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The three-story brick house had room to spread out, lovely old fireplace mantels, exposed wood beams, and an overgrown backyard.—
Adriane Quinlan,
Curbed,
20 Mar. 2026
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The eatery’s interior features exposed beams, hardwood floors, a staircase in the center, and plenty of windows to fill the place with natural light.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Right, Rodney King was batons, Eric Garner with a chokehold.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Mar. 2026
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Edris steals a glance at a dozen or two golden batons rising at eye level.—
Sarah Blaskovich,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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And in the nation’s third-largest city, home to one of the most rambunctious celebrations of the holiday, young partygoers were eager to swagger between bars and parties with the drinks, usually dyed kelly green.—
Alice Yin,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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Yawn and the victims testified against him, pushing for 10 years behind bars.—
Sarah Sotoodeh , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There’s no public boat access and the rental is stocked with kayaks and paddle boards for guests, as well as noodles for leisurely afternoon floats.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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The Adventure District hot spot features eight indoor sand volleyball courts, plus six outdoor beach volleyball courts, cornhole boards and ping pong tables.—
Josh Kelly,
Oklahoman,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Rods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rods. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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