faucets

plural of faucet
as in valves
a fixture for controlling the flow of a liquid don't forget to turn off the faucet

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Recent Examples of faucets Cabinet hardware, lighting, and faucets stand out much more prominently against such a visually quiet backdrop. Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025 Brass faucets, oak tables, lamps, and chairs from the old hotel were restored to reduce waste in the rebuild process. Heather Richardson, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025 Some of her favorite pieces are the decorative pillows and the bathroom sink, which includes a tiny beaded drain stopper and earring studs as faucets. Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025 Oftentimes, these are on faucets, handles, showerheads, towel racks, and sometimes even light fixtures. Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025 Flush outdoor faucets, hoses and water features if used for cooking, cleaning or pets. Jake Allen, IndyStar, 13 Aug. 2025 Now is an extremely dangerous time to turn off the faucets. Eileen Espejo, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025 Frequently touched surfaces such as metal doorknobs, sink faucets, and plastic toys are common objects. Jennifer Welsh, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2025 Residents are advised to take several steps, including removing aerators and screens from faucets, setting water-softening devices to bypass mode, and flushing both outside and indoor plumbing. William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for faucets
valves
Noun
  • Pumping efficiency declines, arteries are less flexible, valves often show significant wear, and irregular rhythms are more frequent.
    Lauryn Higgins, Time, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Meanwhile, a two-phase flow of water and air simulates the liquid hydrogen propellant flowing through the reactor, turbo pumps, actuated valves, and flow, pressure, and temperature sensors.
    David Szondy September 10, New Atlas, 10 Sep. 2025

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