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Recent Examples of valves
Visceral sounds of gyaaaaaaa (ギャアアアアア) convey squealing tires, while turbo blow-off valves let out a sweet doa (ドア).
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Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026
Diodes act as one-way valves, blocking current from flowing back into the panels.
—Omar Kardoudi
april 05, New Atlas, 5 Apr. 2026
The condition occurs when valves in certain veins do not function properly, causing blood to pool.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
The sink valves were incorrectly connected, causing continuous pressure and risk of cross-contamination between the chemical dispenser and potable water.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Most existing compression systems rely on large control boxes that regulate multiple valves.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
Gulf facilities are now increasingly resorting to shut-ins, manually shutting valves to slow down the flow of petroleum.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
Other duties include checking to make sure plant equipment is running correctly in case of an emergency – making sure valves close, water pumps are working, and electrical equipment can supply power.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 10 Mar. 2026
These lids have small, hard-to-reach parts, such as gaskets and valves, that require thorough cleaning after every use.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 9 Mar. 2026
Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026
Diodes act as one-way valves, blocking current from flowing back into the panels.
—Omar Kardoudi
april 05, New Atlas, 5 Apr. 2026
The condition occurs when valves in certain veins do not function properly, causing blood to pool.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
The sink valves were incorrectly connected, causing continuous pressure and risk of cross-contamination between the chemical dispenser and potable water.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Most existing compression systems rely on large control boxes that regulate multiple valves.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
Gulf facilities are now increasingly resorting to shut-ins, manually shutting valves to slow down the flow of petroleum.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
Other duties include checking to make sure plant equipment is running correctly in case of an emergency – making sure valves close, water pumps are working, and electrical equipment can supply power.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 10 Mar. 2026
These lids have small, hard-to-reach parts, such as gaskets and valves, that require thorough cleaning after every use.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for valves
Noun
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Return your right hand to the floor and repeat on the other side (this time, left hand taps right shoulder).—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
1 Apr. 2026
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But even as these programs help rural towns and cities incrementally fix and upgrade drinking water systems, Hoosiers like Hobbs and Davis still face discolored water running from their taps.—
Karl Schneider,
IndyStar,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Thousands more were massed outside the gates.—
Louis Menand,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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South Florida is getting extra attention because less than two years ago fans breached security gates at Hard Rock Stadium hours before the Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Some faucets are too big, or the handle interferes with the wall behind the sink.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
21 Mar. 2026
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The pro explains that sinks, faucets, and mirrors collect water spots, toothpaste splatter, and fingerprints throughout the day.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
16 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Valves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valves. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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