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 This configuration feeds real-time grip, yaw and velocity data into a central computer, executing independent, instantaneous torque vectoring across the rear wheels. — New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026 Six-axis force sensors measure forces and torques at the fingertips, helping the system interpret physical interactions. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 Oct. 2026 But the DuneRover also proved very capable, with enough torque to flatten hills even when carrying over 200 pounds of gear. — Thomas Ricker, The Verge, 6 Oct. 2026 The Scat Pack tested gets the High-Output model, which ups boost and huffs 30 psi through 54-mm Garrett GT2054 turbochargers, taking power output to 550 hp and 531 lb-ft of torque. — Joel Feder, The Drive, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for torque
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Noun
  • The Laundry Bundle includes a pack of detergent sheets, fabric softener sheets and in-wash scent booster beads.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The assortment has included portable sewing kits, ribbons, beads and other craft supplies.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Beaded necklaces were also particularly prominent, with long, colorful, mixed-bead styles incorporating shells, coral and turquoise.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Lambert wears earrings once owned by Parton in the song’s video, while Stapleton sports a necklace that belonged to Rogers.
    — Russ Penuell, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026
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  • Netflix is obviously against the ropes again, after slowing user engagement on the service rattled Wall Street investors and layoffs came this week as a sacrifice to the share price.
    — Matt Donnelly, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The first responding officer opened one of the suitcases and discovered a woman's decomposing body -- naked, bound with rope and in a fetal position.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026

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“Torque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/torque. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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