Example Sentences

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Doctors inserted a rod into his leg and placed screws into his foot and ankle.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

By the time we left, I’m sure there were a few screws and hinges that had left the rim.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

"Had to get another jaw surgery. The screws and plates were coming loose because apparently I didn’t rest for the past 2 months whaattttttttt," he wrote on Instagram.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

Hauser said private demand has also made a strong recovery in the domestic economy, putting pressure on the bank to tighten the policy screws.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

The room's massive chandeliers started to dip up and down, the noise of turning screws silencing the room.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton