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torque

noun

variants or torc

Definition of torque

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 55’s nominal output is 557 hp (415 kW) and 1,372 lb-ft (1,860 Nm) of torque. — Roberto Baldwin, ArsTechnica, 5 Nov. 2026 For the moment, that’s enough for GM to claim best-in-class power and torque for light-duty pickups. — Byron Hurd, The Drive, 5 Nov. 2026 That setup is able to kick out a beastly 1,001 hp and 793 ft lbs of torque. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2026 The weight of an electric motor is tied closely to its torque. — IEEE Spectrum, 28 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for torque

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The $239 Carson boot is done in rich black suede, with a silhouette distinguished by relaxed ruching and accented by beads for an edgy-meets-free-spirited vibe.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
The blankets are filled with beads or pellets to calm anxiety and stress for better sleep.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2026

Definition of beads

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Boscono, clad in sophisticated cocktail attire, sports pieces from the Margherita and Mimosa collections, including a high jewelry set comprising a white gold necklace and earrings decked in diamonds, sapphires and opals.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
It may have been worn as a necklace pendant by a wealthy or high-status individual, according to BNPS.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of necklace

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The mouse, remembering the lion’s mercy, came to the rescue and gnawed through the ropes to set the lion free.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026
Hernandez died on Tuesday evening after sustaining injuries during fast-rope training at Camp Schwab, the 3rd Marine Division said on Thursday.

— Anthony Trotter, ABC News, 5 Nov. 2026

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