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as in cane
a heavy rigid stick used as a weapon or for punishment
arrested for using a rod on his dogs in violation of the state's animal cruelty laws
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Recent Examples of rod
The mix of closet rods and mesh drawers offer flexibility, making this closet kit a win.
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Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2025
Other colors, such as Stone Path (a soft shade of gray) and multi-colored Tiger's Eye (a camel beige accented by golden rod straps and handles) are up to 50% off.
—Nicole Pyles, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2025
Four years ago, doctors placed two rods along his spine to keep it straight.
—Scott Craven, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025
The hand blender also comes with dough hooks for effortless kneading and a blending rod for soups and smoothies.
—Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 July 2025
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Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2025
Other colors, such as Stone Path (a soft shade of gray) and multi-colored Tiger's Eye (a camel beige accented by golden rod straps and handles) are up to 50% off.
—Nicole Pyles, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2025
Four years ago, doctors placed two rods along his spine to keep it straight.
—Scott Craven, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025
The hand blender also comes with dough hooks for effortless kneading and a blending rod for soups and smoothies.
—Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rod
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If consumed in excess, both cane and high-fructose corn syrup, like all sugars, can carry negative health effects including weight gain, diabetes and heart disease.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
18 July 2025
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Countries ranging from South America to Europe and Asia more commonly use sucrose, derived from cane or beet sugar, in Coca-Cola.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 July 2025
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Inside was an open-plan kitchen, new bathrooms, exposed beams, a laundry room, floor-to-ceiling windows and a second-floor, street-facing balcony.—
Thomas Fuller,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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Palm trees act as a privacy buffer at the front of the double-gated home, while four rows of vertical wooden beams, presented to dramatic effect by golden uplighting, make a bold first impression from the driveway.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
23 July 2025
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Marshal Goodnight faces charges including impersonating a peace officer, being a felon in possession of a firearm, being a felon in possession of a stun gun, possessing a baton and possessing a tear gas weapon, police said.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
23 July 2025
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Jasmine reportedly entered the car wearing black gloves and carrying another metal baton.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
People.com,
23 July 2025
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Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, is opening a new tavern, the first dedicated bar and lounge in the park's 54-year history.—
Megan duBois,
Southern Living,
14 July 2025
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Fans across South Florida — and the country— flocked to local bars and restaurants that hosted watch parties during the season.—
Amanda Rosa
July 14,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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Earlier this year, passengers on board IndiGo Flight 6E-2142 experienced another terrifying mid-air weather attack.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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This comes as Europe’s second-largest airline brings more aircraft on board, with a higher number of seats, and longer flights.—
John Choong,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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“Rod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rod. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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