shafts

noun

Definition of shaftsnext
plural of shaft
1
as in beams
a narrow sharply defined line of light radiating from an object shafts of late-afternoon sunlight pierced the blinds and streaked the floor

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2
as in spears
a weapon with a long straight handle and sharp head or blade the footmen set their shafts so as to form a bank of steel against the enemy's charging cavalry

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3
as in injustices
unfair or inadequate treatment of someone or something or an instance of this the homeowners who were bought out are convinced they got the shaft in that deal

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  1. injustices
  2. injuries
  3. inequities
Noun
  • Gen Z are definitely vocal about systemic injustices, climate change and workplace issues.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
  • His investigative work has revealed injustices and wrongdoing in the community.
    Drake Bentley, Journal Sentinel, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of injustices
Noun
  • Juventus season beset by draws and injuries Indeed, the Bianconeri remain the only unbeaten side in Serie A, but they have alarmingly been held to just seven wins while drawing no fewer than 10 times in their first 17 games of 2024/25.
    Adam Digby, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, healthcare and social assistance workers suffered over 562,000 injuries in 2023, the most of any sector.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of injuries
Noun
  • The study sheds light on the growing inequities in the prevalence and treatment of a chronic debilitating disease that can decrease the quality of life for millions of individuals around the world.
    Omer Awan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The world must take notice of the enormous inequities that are plaguing diabetics globally.
    Omer Awan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of inequities
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