stave

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Recent Examples of stave In this case, Hole 1 features the mildest stave finish, while Hole 3 is the most intense. David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026 In 1975, the museum purchased his work Georgia Gate, a structure of fluidly bent pine staves inspired by photos of Georgia tombstones the artist saw in musicologist Marshall Stearns’s 1970 book The Story of Jazz. News Desk, Artforum, 8 Mar. 2026 The lone artisan in his shop shaving out a single bow at a time from a stave of wood was a thing of the past. Clare Conley, Outdoor Life, 18 Sep. 2025 According to the Nantucket Historical Association, an authentic Lightship bag is made on a mold, features cane weaving on rattan staves, and has a solid wooden base. Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for stave
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Noun
  • Their effectiveness depends on power output, beam quality, tracking accuracy, atmospheric conditions, and the time a laser can remain focused.
    Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Original barn torn down The original barn was torn down and replaced with a rustic white structure with high ceilings, natural wood beams and enough space to accommodate around 200 guests.
    Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The region is rich with bright maple, birch, aspen, and poplar trees, creating a diverse range of colors each fall.
    Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2026
  • As the air crisps and the region’s signature aspen and birch radiate gold, outdoor pursuits like hiking, biking, fishing, and off-roading grow even more inviting.
    Taryn Shorr-Mckee, Midwest Living, 26 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The service Friendly and welcoming, the restaurant staff wear bright pink braces over their crisp white shirts and seem to remember all of the regular guests.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
  • After examining her, the doctor recommended that our daughter wear a steel brace when sleeping.
    The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Rent from Kayak Branson to paddle around Lake Taneycomo or Table Rock Lake, both ringed with golden hickory and oak trees.
    Taryn Shorr-Mckee, Midwest Living, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Some, like oaks and hickory trees, keep their green leaves for longer.
    Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 24 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • But 100 yards from his truck, Delzer saw the tracks abruptly turn into the woods at a location where both Wolff’s truck and the squad truck were visible.
    David Zeug, Outdoor Life, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The 101 rooms and 57 suites feel contemporary and quietly luxurious with high ceilings, plush carpeting, and white wood paneling—not to mention Marshall Bluetooth speakers and Dyson hairdryers.
    Eddi Fiegel, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • It’s fueled by a propane tank that tucks neatly inside the table, which is crafted from a combination of metal and weather-resistant rattan.
    Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2026
  • The set is wrapped in durable rattan with steel frames underneath, and the tabletop is made of weather-resistant acacia wood.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Noun
  • The White House then confirmed Monday that the OSC would receive a 35% stake in NABEP under the deal.
    Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Larger checks mean higher stakes for fraud Larger checks mean higher stakes for thieves.
    Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Choose from classic or multicolor options, plus light switch cover plates for even more illumination.
    ABC News, ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026
  • In Virginia’s Franklin County, Henry Law made the switch from illicit moonshine production to commercial sales.
    Cole Reynolds, Washington Post, 5 Sep. 2026

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“Stave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stave. Accessed 11 Sep. 2026.

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