torques

noun

variants or torcs
plural 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 torques The control stack continuously adjusts joint torques and contact forces in real time, allowing Atlas to absorb impacts, recover from missteps, and maintain stability during unpredictable interactions. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 May 2026 Modern electronics provide tremendous bandwidth with high torques. — IEEE Spectrum, 30 Apr. 2026
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  1. beads
  2. necklaces
Noun
  • The janitor resumed snapping at the bushes with her shears—tiny, clear quartz beads scattered.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Giving it some extra oomph was a statement brooch in turquoise resin beads and crystal across the vamp.
    — Katie Abel, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of beads
Noun
  • Picardo also said that Monica Vinader’s unisex range is resonating with customers, creating an opportunity to produce men’s bracelets, rings and necklaces.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Standout bracelets, necklaces, rings and earrings complete any ensemble day to night.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of necklaces

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“Torques.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/torques. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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