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as in canyon
a narrow opening between hillsides or mountains that can be used for passage
try to get through the notch before the storm blows in
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Recent Examples of notch
Tom Tapp, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2025
Fraser Minten had a goal and an assist, Dans Locemelis had a pretty tally, Brett Harrison had a couple of assists and Riley Duran powered through a blue line check to notch the empty-netter to seal the victory.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 14 Sep. 2025
Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
This process goes up a notch higher in close relationships where partners may suppress vulnerabilities or perform idealized roles in order to maintain harmony.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Kershaw is the fourth southpaw to notch 3,000 Ks, joining Steve Carlton, Randy Johnson and CC Sabathia.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2025
Fraser Minten had a goal and an assist, Dans Locemelis had a pretty tally, Brett Harrison had a couple of assists and Riley Duran powered through a blue line check to notch the empty-netter to seal the victory.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 14 Sep. 2025
Verb
Another definitive difference, but one not easily seen in the field, is a distinctive notch in the second tail feather from the center of the Rufous, only visible when the tail feathers are flared.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
This process goes up a notch higher in close relationships where partners may suppress vulnerabilities or perform idealized roles in order to maintain harmony.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for notch
Noun
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However, developing a custom chip or functional block can take three or more years.—
Jim McGregor,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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To cope, Chinese companies have turned more to grouping large numbers of less efficient, often homegrown, chips together to achieve similar computing capabilities.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Sure, there are some spots that are vulnerable to cheap homers, but the middle third of the field is a canyon, and all other types of base hits are suppressed there.—
Tony Blengino,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The canyon between Laura and the couple remains vast after Laura told Cherry in Episode 3 that Daniel died after his rock-climbing accident just to get Cherry out of their lives.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Even a basic and small telescope, such as a 2-inch refractor, can get you a glimpse of the rings.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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Most notable interior change is a 27-inch OLED display incorporating gauges and infotainment controls.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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After a sacrifice bunt and Sears’ eighth strikeout — one shy of a season high — the 29-year-old left-hander grooved a middle-in sweeper for Blaine Crim to yank out to left, some 439 feet from the plate.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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The event is recognized as one of the top music festivals in the South, but Standard Deluxe is grooving all year long with a calendar full of concerts.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Laying in an almost illusion deconstruction, the black fabric featured cutouts to reveal the white corset beneath the bustline in a plunging V shape and at the sides, along with waist-high slits on either side of the front of the skirt.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
16 Sep. 2025
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Dream could be seen wearing a navy blue dress with puffy sleeves, which featured a slit on the left side by her knee.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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If no alternative exists, set up camp in a valley, ravine, or other low-lying areas.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Both Delta and Aeromexico said in separate statements that the carriers were disappointed by the department's decision and were reviewing the order before considering next steps.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
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The Ultimate Detangler Extra Gentle takes it one step further, creating a paddle brush that’s delicate enough for thinning and damaged strands.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The event was indented to take place from June 28-30, 2024 at the Thompson Motor Speedway, according to the Office of the Attorney General.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
17 July 2025
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The handle has microdots indented at the major pressure points, providing extra grip, as well as giving the perfect balance and weight to make holiday food prep a breeze.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes,
25 Nov. 2024
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“Notch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notch. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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