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Recent Examples of socket
The Charlie hides a 75-lb (34-kg) lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery in a compartment beneath its oven, which can charge from the 120V mains socket ubiquitous in the US.
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Ian Baker
august 26, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
Shortly after their release in early 2023, some Ryzen 7000-series X3D chips were becoming physically deformed, developing bulges on the bottom that could permanently damage the CPU and bend the pins in the CPU socket.
—Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2025
But believe it or not, hidden among the air compressors and socket sets are some gems with major decorative, homekeeping, and organizing potential.
—Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2025
In actuality, this was more like the adults rushing to stop a toddler who had announced his intention to put a fork in the light socket before any further damage could be done.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2025
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Ian Baker
august 26, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
Shortly after their release in early 2023, some Ryzen 7000-series X3D chips were becoming physically deformed, developing bulges on the bottom that could permanently damage the CPU and bend the pins in the CPU socket.
—Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2025
But believe it or not, hidden among the air compressors and socket sets are some gems with major decorative, homekeeping, and organizing potential.
—Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2025
In actuality, this was more like the adults rushing to stop a toddler who had announced his intention to put a fork in the light socket before any further damage could be done.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for socket
Noun
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Walters, when asked in an interview with FOX 25 if his announcement on opening chapters was a mandate or a recommendation, said there will be repercussions for school districts that refuse to launch a chapter.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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Kimmel made the comments slightly over 17 minutes into his opening monologue, shortly before the program’s first commercial break.—
Christopher Tremoglie,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Whimsical cottagecore bedroom decor doesn’t necessarily have to look like a garden-alcove.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
20 Sep. 2025
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Not only is the kitchen fully on display but a separate alcove is given over to his highly technical lab, a play space dedicated to fermentation, aging, preserving and otherwise concocting.—
Ann Abel,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Beat egg whites with an electric mixer in a clean medium bowl on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, 2 to 3 minutes.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
22 Sep. 2025
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The breakfast menu also offers classic egg white omelets, a grits bowl and a duck-fat poached flank steak and eggs.—
Samantha Husted,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Sep. 2025
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Doctors couldn't tell her how severe the cleft would be or any other complications that may be involved with Benji's diagnosis.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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Plowshare: an agricultural implement for turning soil, for gouging a cleft in the earth.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2025
Noun
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He still tippy-taps in the pocket like a skittish rookie.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
23 Sep. 2025
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On a third-and-10, Herbert dropped back and had a clean pocket.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The right bathroom organizer, whether a freestanding cart or an in-shower shelving system, can set aside nooks and crannies for every component of your 12-step hair care routine.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
24 Sep. 2025
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Blending Bavarian charm with the chocolate-box appeal of the English countryside, The Six Bells’ inspiration lies firmly across the Atlantic, where characterful cottages and rural retreats have long mastered the art of the tucked-away, nostalgic nook.—
Chloe Frost-Smith,
Vogue,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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When repairs are finished, the basin is re-flooded so the vessel can exit.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
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What kind of capacity will its decarbonization and disinfectant basins need as its 14 client cities grow in population and new cities sign on?—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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One of the original parks designed by Olmsted, the park provides a pastoral setting amid rolling hills, open meadows and woodlands of the Beargrass Creek valley.—
Kirby Adams,
Louisville Courier Journal,
24 Sep. 2025
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It's situated on the valley floor adjacent to the National Park Visitor Center and has a spring-fed 87-degree outdoor pool.—
Dave Parfitt,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Socket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/socket. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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