slat

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Recent Examples of slat Thin slats or curved pieces of wood are installed side-by-side to create a distinct ripple effect. Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2024 Its latest post appears to show a curved row of slats. Jackson Walker, Baltimore Sun, 26 Nov. 2024 With more than 6,000 reviews (averaging 4.5 stars out of 5), the construction is stable and the mattresses sit on top of sturdy metal slats. Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024 Given that the border walls are constructed of steel slats that can be seen through, some might wonder why authorities don’t just knock the ladders down shortly after they’re put up. Paul Sisson, The Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for slat 
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Noun
  • The bag comes with a zippered interior, an external pocket, and an adjustable strap to carry your belongings hands-free.
    Nicol Natale, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The timepiece is limited to 50 pieces and comes with a titanium bracelet and two straps.
    Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Methods to prevent such damage include leaving batteries in retail packaging, covering terminals with tape or using a protective pouch.
    Barry Collins, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
  • The really clunky moments come off like an audition tape in which the off-camera casting assistant running lines is late on their cues.
    Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • The 32-year-old man who fell appeared to be attempting to adjust his snowboard bindings, according to the Colorado Passenger Tramway Safety Board.
    The Summit Daily, The Denver Post, 12 Dec. 2024
  • In 2022 the new Protector binding won the coveted Red Dot award, one of the highest international honors in design and innovation.
    Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • According to an Ohio Department of Transportation press release issued Monday, all through-traffic motorists who are not planning stops within the I-275 outer belt are encouraged to use I-275 eastbound and drive around the loop.
    Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
  • To ensure that Charlotte’s harness was comfortable enough and would not cause irritation, the team tested multiple prototypes of the belt and settled on one that was light, adjustable, flexible and hugged the edges of his shell.
    Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Crusty blood was visible underneath a bandage on one elbow.
    Bridget Read, Curbed, 18 Dec. 2024
  • In the second slide, Spencer posted a photo showing a mid-calf gray boot on her left foot and a black ankle boot on her right — both wrapped in gauze and bandages.
    Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 14 Dec. 2024

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“Slat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slat. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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