variants
or torc
as in beads
a decorative usually metal ring worn around the neck by the ancient Gauls, Germans, and Britons
a Bronze Age torque and armlet found at the burial site
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Recent Examples of torque
The Hurricane that replaced it has 420 horsepower and 469 foot-pounds of torque, while a high-output version of the Hurricane engine is rated at 540 horsepower and 521 foot-pounds of torque.
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Michael Wayland, CNBC, 5 June 2025
Its performance prowess also includes a 12-second overboost function that pushes the standard 413-pound-feet of torque to 443 lb-ft.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 2 June 2025
Its joints are powerful and capable of generating 365 pound-feet of torque, enough to lift heavy objects or, in the wrong circumstances, cause serious harm.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2025
The torque tore the medial patellofemoral ligament in the 6-foot-4, 315-pound lineman’s right knee and dislocated his kneecap momentarily.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 29 May 2025
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Michael Wayland, CNBC, 5 June 2025
Its performance prowess also includes a 12-second overboost function that pushes the standard 413-pound-feet of torque to 443 lb-ft.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 2 June 2025
Its joints are powerful and capable of generating 365 pound-feet of torque, enough to lift heavy objects or, in the wrong circumstances, cause serious harm.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2025
The torque tore the medial patellofemoral ligament in the 6-foot-4, 315-pound lineman’s right knee and dislocated his kneecap momentarily.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for torque
Noun
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Each necklace has three flashing modes: fast blinking, slow blinking and steady on. Add some fun to any Independence Day outfit with these patriotic headbands and glasses your kids are sure to love.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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Oversized pants anchored some opening looks, either cargo-influenced or a transformed white jean style that was paired with a layered bra-corset-camisole combo and dripping in chains and beaded necklaces that draped around the back and arms as well.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Zayn nearly passed out in the submission before ultimately grabbing the bottom rope.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Despite an extensive search by the sheriff’s office using air assets, ground searchers and rope teams, Brinkmeyer was not found and a decision was made to end search efforts.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
27 June 2025
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“Torque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/torque. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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