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The Telltale Signs of Rotary Motion The re-examination revealed unmistakable evidence that this was no simple awl meant for poking holes.
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Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Quills are embroidered into birchbark with small sewing awls made from needles.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 8 Jan. 2026
In terms of espresso machine repair and maintenance, the Barista Tool's reamer/punch/sewing awl can leverage off the group head gasket, while the combination pliers can help in removing and handling other gaskets and O-rings.
—New Atlas, 16 Nov. 2025
My introductory archaeology students try their hand at experimental archaeology by attempting to replicate a prehistoric bone awl (piercing tool).
—JSTOR Daily, 28 Oct. 2025
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Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Quills are embroidered into birchbark with small sewing awls made from needles.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 8 Jan. 2026
In terms of espresso machine repair and maintenance, the Barista Tool's reamer/punch/sewing awl can leverage off the group head gasket, while the combination pliers can help in removing and handling other gaskets and O-rings.
—New Atlas, 16 Nov. 2025
My introductory archaeology students try their hand at experimental archaeology by attempting to replicate a prehistoric bone awl (piercing tool).
—JSTOR Daily, 28 Oct. 2025
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“Awl.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/awl. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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awl
noun
: a pointed tool for marking surfaces or for making small holes (as in leather or wood)
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