torques

noun

variants or torcs
plural of torque
as in beads
a decorative usually metal ring worn around the neck by the ancient Gauls, Germans, and Britons a Bronze Age torque and armlet found at the burial site

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Recent Examples of torques Six-axis force sensors measure forces and torques at the fingertips, helping the system interpret physical interactions. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 Oct. 2026 Modern electronics provide tremendous bandwidth with high torques. — IEEE Spectrum, 30 Apr. 2026
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  1. beads
  2. necklaces
Noun
  • The Laundry Bundle includes a pack of detergent sheets, fabric softener sheets and in-wash scent booster beads.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The assortment has included portable sewing kits, ribbons, beads and other craft supplies.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of beads
Noun
  • Beaded necklaces were also particularly prominent, with long, colorful, mixed-bead styles incorporating shells, coral and turquoise.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Parents can put glow sticks, glow necklaces or reflective tape on their children’s costumes for better visibility.
    — Lina Ruiz October 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of necklaces

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