Synonyms of saws

saws

noun

plural of saw

as in sayings

an often stated observation regarding something from common experience

it's an old saw that a red sunset presages fair skies the next day

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sayings
• proverbs
• words
• maxims
• aphorisms
• mottoes
• epigrams
• adages
• apothegms
• expressions
• sententiae
• axioms
• truths
• clichés
• bywords
• bromides
• formulas
• commonplaces
• platitudes
• remarks
• precepts
• felicities
• comments
• wheezes
• truisms
• reflections
• notes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of saws

The sounds of generators humming and chain saws whirling filled the neighborhood Thursday afternoon. — Rebecca Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026

Construction vehicles beeped and chugged, and the intermittent buzz of saws mixed with the clang of heavy equipment. — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Aug. 2026

Measures to limit fire risks, such as bans on barbecues and certain outdoor work such as welding and use of electrical power saws are often ignored. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026

However satisfying the side-hustle is, working with saws and drills whenever the time allows certainly opens Offerman to a good deal of risk. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 27 July 2026

Purchases allegedly made by Burke under aliases also included cadaver bags, heavy-duty laundry bags, chain saws, a shovel and a fireproof mat, Byers testified. — Madeline Morrison, NBC news, 22 July 2026

Hypoid saws use a hypoid gear to improve blade contact, cutting power, and efficiency. — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026

Walking through one of Magrest’s workshops, where employees operate laser saws and 3D printers, Oleksandr says the company’s next goal is to expand into producing home office furnishings. — Howard Lafranchi, Christian Science Monitor, 13 July 2026

The 270,000-square-foot building opened in 2023 with computerized saws and equipment imported from Germany. — Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026