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pronged

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verb

past tense of prong

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of pronged
Adjective
We’ve been asked to be gentle and diligent with these giant, pronged implements. Hazlitt, 20 Sep. 2023 This compact blender–food processor combo brings the pronged blade design Ninja blenders are known for to a smaller, more compact appliance. Good Housekeeping, 13 July 2023 Amidst the towering saguaro and pronged organ pipe cacti of southern Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, a 30-foot-tall fence snakes through the vegetation, shadowed by a barren strip of land that’s been carved into the mountainsides. Lucy Sherriff, Popular Science, 6 Jan. 2021 That’s why taking a multi-pronged approach to developing a talent pool will also help employees realize more of their potential while keeping them engaged. Neil Khaund, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2023 See All Example Sentences for pronged
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pronged
Adjective
  • Investigators learned that Zeng, during his alleged escape, threw clothing over a fence and climbed through barbed wire, Podgorski said.
    Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 14 July 2025
  • This is the culmination of storylines, careers and blood feuds wrapped in a Lone Star barbed wire bow.
    Jenny Catlin, New York Times, 12 July 2025
Adjective
  • During his two-year spell in North London, Postecoglou also reveals the decidedly spikier side to his character.
    Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
  • Jasmine petals, one of my favorite floral notes, is given a spikier edge alongside Australian pink pepper, while raspberry and spun sugar add a pleasing sweetness without being too much.
    Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 30 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • The vastness of the canyon, with its jagged edges and rushing rivers.
    Shelby Slade, AZCentral.com, 16 July 2025
  • Major stock indexes continued their jagged descent downward in morning trading Tuesday after tumbling Monday.
    Tobias Burns, The Hill, 9 July 2025
Adjective
  • The missionaries began shipping cinchona back to Europe, where its curative properties spiked demand.
    Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 July 2025
  • Here’s a fairly intuitive one; these hash browns come spiked with jalapeños.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 July 2025
Adjective
  • The long arms are made up of spiny plates that fit together like puzzle pieces, photos show.
    Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 10 June 2025
  • Sea urchins are small marine invertebrates, characterized by their spiny bodies and found in oceans around the world.
    Isabelle Rodney, CNN Money, 21 June 2025
Verb
  • Recently, the rockers were thrust back into the spotlight as the outfit reformed under its classic lineup for one final show in early July.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
  • Encouraged by the dreams of her mother Krista, played by Lawson, Courtney was thrust into the public eye.
    Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 14 July 2025
Verb
  • Eazy The Block Captain and Shields also hopped into the fray, with Eazy disputing Papoose’s claim that he was punched unconscious and challenging him to a fight.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Cops released photos of an unknown assailant on Saturday who punched and slashed a straphanger in the face after an argument inside a Brooklyn subway station last month.
    Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025

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“Pronged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pronged. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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