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as in hole
a sunken area forming a separate space
the dropped hammer left an indenture in the floor
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Recent Examples of indenture
The vibrant and evocative painting foregrounding the Caribbean landscape, its inhabitants, and its histories of slavery and indenture, has been in MoMA’s collection since 1945.
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Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
Sovereign credit ratings express the likelihood that sovereign borrowers will repay borrowed money on time and in full based on the terms of the indenture.
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Ann Rutledge,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
Unlike the definition of indenture servitude, in which someone works for a single employer without pay, visa holders may change employers and are paid.
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David Faris,
Newsweek,
28 Dec. 2024
In a little over a year, my three-decade indenture as a full-time laundress will come to an end.
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Mary McNamara,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2024
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Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
Sovereign credit ratings express the likelihood that sovereign borrowers will repay borrowed money on time and in full based on the terms of the indenture.
—
Ann Rutledge,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
Unlike the definition of indenture servitude, in which someone works for a single employer without pay, visa holders may change employers and are paid.
—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
28 Dec. 2024
In a little over a year, my three-decade indenture as a full-time laundress will come to an end.
—
Mary McNamara,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2024
See All Example Sentences for indenture
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indenture
Noun
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The crash also resulted in a large hole in the side of the vessel.
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The piece has seven holes for customization, and it’s designed to be worn at the hips or waist.
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Intel’s Lip-Bu Tan, who met Modi last December, also signed up as a prospective buyer for chips made by Tata Electronics.
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Bring along a bag of your favorite chips for dipping and enjoy!
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One of the most pit-dropping experiences is getting to your destination after a long-haul flight and not being able to use or charge any of your devices—something flight attendants can’t risk as people who consistently travel abroad.
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The spirit was fermented in earthen pits and distilled, a process that took a year across eight fermentations and seven distillations.
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Indulge in a bit of kitsch with their oyster plate, where each indent takes the shape of a finned friend.
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There’s nothing more annoying than unsightly indents in your carpet that are suddenly exposed.
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In furrows of pain, The good now germinates.
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Young olive trees have smooth, gray bark, while the bark develops interesting furrows as the plant ages.
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The skirt’s front slit detail looks polished, while allowing for easy movement and extra breathability.
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The sleeveless gown featured a semi-sheer corset bodice with a curtain of lace foliage that cascaded down past the thigh-high slit, forming an elegant silhouette.
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The pair were pushed into the body wherever swelling threatened a patient’s health, or exploration of an inner cavity was warranted.
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Other signals worth flagging to a dentist include bleeding or tender gums during brushing or flossing, frequent canker sores, an unusually dry mouth and a rising rate of new cavities despite consistent hygiene.
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Just grab the knob on the line, stretch it to the opposite end, and secure it in place on the base end that has a hole with a small indentation to pop it in and out in a second.
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Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, make a shallow indentation in the center of each patty.
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“Indenture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indenture. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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