torque

variants or torc
Definition of torquenext
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 Yes, the final wheel lug tightening should be done with a torque wrench. John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs and Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026 It's powered by a 250W Yamaha mid-drive motor that makes 63 lb ft (85 Nm) of torque. New Atlas, 18 July 2026 High-performance joint motors generate up to 450 Nm of torque, enabling dynamic movements such as flying kicks, spinning maneuvers, and rapid direction changes. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 17 July 2026 Despite having only four cylinders, the TurboMax produces V8-like torque, making the Canyon feel eager pulling away from traffic lights or merging onto freeways. Josh Max, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for torque
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Noun
  • Her custom gown was designed with recycled metals and 115,000 crystal beads, while his bespoke pink look was complemented with Chanel High Jewelry pieces, per Vogue.
    Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026
  • In the dining room, vintage Doyle Lane ceramic beads dangle from a Mission-style wooden clock while designer handbags are draped over chairs and hat racks.
    Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 27 July 2026
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  • The ferocious character also features shaggy black-and-orange hair that matches his tattered pants, and a large necklace adorned with teeth.
    Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 30 July 2026
  • Take a cue from Elizabeth Taylor with a coral mini dress, straw bag, shell pendant necklace, and oversized sunglasses for instant vacation glamour.
    Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 30 July 2026
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  • Omega got the better of Kevin and then hit a wild sunset flip powerbomb from the top rope.
    Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • If the truck and the Walkman were metaphorical beacons, a modest gold, rope necklace and Jeff Kent’s mustache were concealed anchors even when in plain sight.
    Jose de Jesus Ortiz, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026

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“Torque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/torque. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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