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Recent Examples of torque
If the contactor opens when the vehicle is in drive, the driver will lose the ability to apply torque using the accelerator pedal, resulting in a loss of propulsion—which may increase the risk of a collision.
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PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2025
Pedaling powers a generator that feeds the battery while software controls torque and speed.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
The arm uses high-precision torque sensors distributed across its length to detect external forces in real time, adjusting its motion through impedance control for smoother, more natural operations.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2025
The exhale engages your obliques to help control and power the rotation while also protecting your spine and lower back from excessive torque.
—Dana Santas, CNN Money, 9 Oct. 2025
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PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2025
Pedaling powers a generator that feeds the battery while software controls torque and speed.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
The arm uses high-precision torque sensors distributed across its length to detect external forces in real time, adjusting its motion through impedance control for smoother, more natural operations.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2025
The exhale engages your obliques to help control and power the rotation while also protecting your spine and lower back from excessive torque.
—Dana Santas, CNN Money, 9 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for torque
Noun
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Stick with small bins for little items like paintbrushes, beads, or binder clips to keep them from getting lost.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Nov. 2025
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Other ideas include Perler beads, Rainbow Loom, slime making, and Shrinky Dinks.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
1 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Accentuate the dramatic v-neckline with a single statement piece like this eye-catching pearl necklace from Madewell for a relaxed yet stylish look perfect for drinks on the terrace of a buzzy 11th arrondissement wine bar—or my neighborhood go-to, Les Œillets.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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The piece signals transformation, but the spontaneous laugh turns luxury into connection; by the red-gown reveal, the necklace reads less like a trophy and more like a charm that’s worked.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The cascade of snow and ice swept away members of two separate rope teams.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
2 Nov. 2025
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When Josh got home five minutes later, Martin met him at the door with a knife and chased him upstairs, stabbing him and then strangling him with a belt or a rope, Evans said.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Torque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/torque. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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