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as in canyon
a narrow opening between hillsides or mountains that can be used for passage
try to get through the notch before the storm blows in
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Recent Examples of notch
Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2025
But Grichuk’s homer off Detmers prevented Anderson from notching his first victory since April 18, an 11-start stretch in which Anderson has lost six decisions.
—Mike Digiovanna, Oc Register, 12 July 2025
Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 8 July 2025
Acts are always top notch, with a variety of performers popping in for a night.
—Kim Foley MacKinnon, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
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Noun
The structure is a single-room log cabin where the logs were cut by hand and dovetailed notched together, which creates interlocked corners that look like a dove’s tail.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2025
But Grichuk’s homer off Detmers prevented Anderson from notching his first victory since April 18, an 11-start stretch in which Anderson has lost six decisions.
—Mike Digiovanna, Oc Register, 12 July 2025
Verb
The temperature between the two competitors was turned up a notch on the road to WrestleMania.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 8 July 2025
Acts are always top notch, with a variety of performers popping in for a night.
—Kim Foley MacKinnon, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for notch
Noun
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In May, Huang said chip restrictions had already cut Nvidia’s China market share nearly in half.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
14 July 2025
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Despite a $20 billion investment in new chip factories and billions in federal funding, Intel reported significant losses and leadership changes.—
Sasha Hupka,
AZCentral.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Other distinctive features of the main lodge include a dining room with canyon views, saloon, sunroom, auditorium and post office.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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Temperatures at the lowest canyon elevations will be well into the triple digits on Monday.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Scheffler made eight birdies on another wild afternoon of weather at Royal Portrush, and his 15-foot attempt on the 18th stopped inches short of another.—
Doug Ferguson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 July 2025
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Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) are likely.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 July 2025
Verb
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Its broad surface is grooved by a web of veins, like a leaf’s is.—
Zoë Schlanger,
The Atlantic,
23 July 2025
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Disney Princesses Pocahontas, Snow White, Jasmine and Merida also wave to the crowd as dancers groove to brand new songs created just for the occasion.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
17 July 2025
Noun
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Made with a blend of linen and rayon, these comfy pants are the perfect amount of baggy, with two convenient side pockets and side slits that add even more breathability.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 July 2025
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Vonn also had an unfortunate mishap while walking the red carpet in a strapless dress with a daring slit that went all the way up to her hip bone, showing off her muscular leg and giving a glimpse of her underwear.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
17 July 2025
Noun
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
26 July 2025
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Deputies arrived to find one of the vehicles had crashed into a ravine, causing a fire, Payman said.—
Susan Gill Vardon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 July 2025
Noun
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What steps are available to consumers with medical debt?—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
15 July 2025
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The hotel is only steps away from Asteria beach, the most famous swimming spot in the port.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
Verb
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The autopsy report said Austin Turner's skull was indented and there was internal bleeding around his brain.—
Craig Shoup,
The Tennessean,
6 June 2024
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The handle has microdots indented at the major pressure points, providing extra grip, as well as giving the perfect balance and weight to make holiday food prep a breeze.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes,
25 Nov. 2024
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“Notch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notch. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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