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crabstick

noun

Definition of crabstick

as in hickory

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Benton settled in 1841, then incorporated 60 years later, expanding outward from the planting of a hickory tree.

— Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026
The collection mixes authentic OshKosh details like denim and hickory stripe, reimagined with signature Sergio Hudson design elements.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of hickory

Noun

Most of the color right now is coming from early-changing tree species such as dogwood, sourwood, red maple, black gum, tulip poplar and birch.

— Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 17 Oct. 2026
The back roads of southwest Virginia wind, crest, and plunge through lush valleys of oak, poplar, birch, and maple trees.

— David Alm, Longreads, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of birch

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It’s fueled by a propane tank that tucks neatly inside the table, which is crafted from a combination of metal and weather-resistant rattan.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2026
The set is wrapped in durable rattan with steel frames underneath, and the tabletop is made of weather-resistant acacia wood.

— Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 13 June 2026

Definition of rattan

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Campbell briefly left the station and while outside, he was captured on surveillance footage taking an item out from his cross-body bag before returning to the station, approaching Mobley and spraying him with mace twice, prosecutors stated.

— Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2026
Prosecutors say Campbell then sprayed Mobley with mace and stabbed him in the neck.

— Asal Rezaei, CBS News, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of mace

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Her 2024 race in House District 105 was partly a referendum on the party switch, but Cotham survived a recount against Nicole Sidman in a strong year for Republicans overall on the ballot.

— Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 16 Oct. 2026
Hit the light switch, the thermostat, the remote and the door handle on the way in.

— Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of switch

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Maker’s expanded its lineup with the Wood Finishing Series in 2019, releasing a series of bourbons given unique stave finishes over the ensuing years using different types of wood that are seared to different levels.

— Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2026
In this case, Hole 1 features the mildest stave finish, while Hole 3 is the most intense.

— David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026

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