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Recent Examples of socket
Still, not having to hunt down a power outlet at the airport or deal with those janky sockets on the plane will be worth the extra weight.
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Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 30 Nov. 2024
The left and right channels are amplified and passed to standard RCA audio sockets.
—IEEE Spectrum, 28 Nov. 2024
The shoulder joint capsule is basically a pocket of strong ligaments and lubricating synovial fluid that anchors and stabilizes the upper arm bone within the shoulder socket.
—Amy Norton, SELF, 29 Jan. 2025
But in fact these dental alveolar syndesmoses (technical speak for the tiny ligamentous joint between the tooth and jaw socket) move all the time.
—Bethany Brookshire, Scientific American, 25 Jan. 2025
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Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 30 Nov. 2024
The left and right channels are amplified and passed to standard RCA audio sockets.
—IEEE Spectrum, 28 Nov. 2024
The shoulder joint capsule is basically a pocket of strong ligaments and lubricating synovial fluid that anchors and stabilizes the upper arm bone within the shoulder socket.
—Amy Norton, SELF, 29 Jan. 2025
But in fact these dental alveolar syndesmoses (technical speak for the tiny ligamentous joint between the tooth and jaw socket) move all the time.
—Bethany Brookshire, Scientific American, 25 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for socket
Noun
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The Armed’s next show is an unlikely opening spot for none other than U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
4 Mar. 2025
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But the opening hasn’t stayed quiet — despite the fact that the shop is so new that its signage isn’t up yet.—
Kate Bradshaw,
The Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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An intricate mosaic in a chapel-like alcove of the metro station beneath Auezov Theatre depicts a traditional Kazakh wedding, while the futuristic blue-and-white décor of Baikonur honors Kazakhstan’s historic role in the space race.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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In a cross-country locker room doubling as a coaches’ alcove, Green Bay’s coach closes his eyes and leans forward in a folding chair, dropping his head into his hands.—
Brian Hamilton,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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In a large skillet over low heat, toast the flour, stirring continuously, until fragrant (do not brown), about 3 minutes, then transfer to a medium bowl.—
Meher Mirza,
Saveur,
27 Feb. 2025
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When the gates opened 90 minutes before the scheduled 6:30 tipoff, students swarmed to the lower bowl opposite the home and visiting benches to get coveted seats.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Feb. 2025
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Valproic acid causes birth defects that can be detected in utero such as oral clefts or spina bifida.—
Almut Winterstein,
The Conversation,
30 Jan. 2025
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Now that she’s become well known not only for her art and fashion, but for being a cleft advocate, speaking around the country about her experience with a cleft lip and palate, Glasses has been traveling a lot for personal appearances, which leaves precious little time for weaving.—
Booth Moore,
WWD,
29 Oct. 2024
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My app on an iPhone, and slip it inside one of the pockets of a suitcase or bag (my dad added one to his golf bag).—
Carly Totten,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2025
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While New York City as a whole is safer than most other metropolises, pockets of especially rough neighborhoods are unsafe, particularly for young men.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Designed to navigate both narrow nooks and wide swaths of body hair, these tools require less prep than razor-shaving, can be used wet or dry, and whack weeds with ease.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
1 Mar. 2025
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The reflective nook features sculptural pieces from ARCA’s Kelly Wearstler Nudo collection and Primestones’ Cristallo Blue Quartzite.—
Greg Carannante,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2025
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Spread the cleaning solution on the record while spinning it (or fill the basin of the ultrasonic cleaner), making sure to fill every groove.—
Parker Hall,
WIRED,
8 Mar. 2025
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Within the basin, the lunar lander is near an ancient volcanic feature called Mons Latreille, which lies on the far eastern edge of the moon’s visible face.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN,
5 Mar. 2025
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Photo : Anthony Barcelo One of the bedrooms has its own fireplace and terrace with views over the valley.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
7 Mar. 2025
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With each turn, new vistas unfold, from verdant valleys to dramatic gorges and panoramic views that stretch to the distant sea.—
Shelby Knick,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Socket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/socket. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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