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as in mechanics
ropes plural
the characteristic peculiarities and technicalities of something
needs a mentor who will show her the ropes of running a catering business
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as in brass tacks
ropes plural
the specific practical details of something
still learning the ropes of her new job
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as in to cord
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Recent Examples of rope
Laura Schulte, jsonline.com, 15 Aug. 2025
California’s 41st Congressional District: Brea and La Habra are roped into another snaking district in southern Los Angeles County; this one is centered on Downey and includes Bell Gardens, Santa Fe Springs, La Mirada, Lakewood and Whittier.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 15 Aug. 2025
Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2025
The trainer explained how to install the T-lock rope and clearly demonstrated the Aero moves.
—PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Nearby, medical waste had been dumped by the waters, and police had to rope the area off until it was cleaned up.
—Laura Schulte, jsonline.com, 15 Aug. 2025
California’s 41st Congressional District: Brea and La Habra are roped into another snaking district in southern Los Angeles County; this one is centered on Downey and includes Bell Gardens, Santa Fe Springs, La Mirada, Lakewood and Whittier.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
The new wetsuits that worked best were made of strong and light fiber that is often used to make sailing rope and ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2025
The trainer explained how to install the T-lock rope and clearly demonstrated the Aero moves.
—PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rope
Noun
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Welcome to Sportico’s transactions wire, a weekly rundown of personnel, partnerships, products and purchases across the sports business industry.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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It’s also used in wear-resistant coatings, wire-drawing dies, and advanced engine parts.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Lazarus envisions Versant as a bridge between the past and future of media, a company that will use the large but declining cash generated by cable subscriptions to fund acquisition and investment in building the next generation of news and sports media.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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The main compartment can accommodate bulkier items like clothes, and the smaller pockets are great for my jewelry items and charging cables.—
Jordyn Burrell,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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And be prepared to strap into your breezy ripped jeans for the foreseeable.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
24 Sep. 2025
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All jawline and tawny hair, strapping, like he’s made of marble?—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
20 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Avoid basements or rooms where water has submerged electrical outlets or cords.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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Accessories are getting more important, including the cord necklace, organic metal earrings, net and macramé bags and the unexpected, unmatching accent color accessory.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Currently, there are no specifics as to how much land has been burned or the size of the crew executing the prescribed fire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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The truth about Manhattans is that the specifics are everything.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
27 Sep. 2025
Verb
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David Rosenberg, founder of the economic and market insights firm Rosenberg Research, similarly highlighted flaws with the gauge, including the use of GDP, which includes government sector activity that isn’t tied to corporate profits or future earnings.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Your entire life is tied to your job.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Though Reese's Peanut Butter Cups took home the national title, each state has its own candy quirks, too.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
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Dawson’s Creek proves that growing up isn’t just about first loves and heartbreaks — parents, with all their quirks and missteps, are part of the equation too.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Once a utility choice for skaters drawn to their board grip, the style now threads between streetwear, luxury, and off-duty dressing.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
27 Sep. 2025
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Mortality threads through much of his Country!—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Rope.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rope. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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