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Recent Examples of nock
When the bow is limber enough to bend over your knee, whittle nocks 1 inch from either end, cutting into the sides only.
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Keith McCafferty,
Field & Stream,
29 June 2023
Anti-Dry Fire (ADF) and nock sensors increase safety and boost peace of mind.
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Jace Bauserman,
Outdoor Life,
7 Jan. 2021
Keith McCafferty,
Field & Stream,
29 June 2023
Anti-Dry Fire (ADF) and nock sensors increase safety and boost peace of mind.
—
Jace Bauserman,
Outdoor Life,
7 Jan. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nock
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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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Mark the kerf on the end grain of a post.
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This reduces bowing and creates a thinner kerf, making pull saws ideal for joints and other fine woodwork.
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The throat punch is just the latest in a string of controversial moments, where fans became concerned over Clark's wellbeing and treatment by other players.
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Professional wrestling violence is normally scripted, with both parties agreeing to hit each other with punches, kicks, throws and sometimes weapons to tell a violent story in the ring or on camera.
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Hey, if James led the Timberwolves, of all franchises, to a title, that’s another significant notch on an already remarkable resume.
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But having a Chanel ambassadorship can certainly kick it up a notch.
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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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In addition to keeping your drink close and your hands empty during your daily activities, the water bottle holder protects your water bottle from nicks and dings.
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Be sure that the jars are free of nicks and cracks, and the lids aren't dented or rusted.
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Look for live DJs on the weekends as the brand-new bar hits its groove.
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Both attacks seem to be finding a groove, as just one goal in the second half could feel like an insurmountable advantage in this type of match.
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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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“Nock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nock. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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