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Recent Examples of stopcock
Levers, stopcocks, switches and buttons sent decisions back out.
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The Economist, 18 Dec. 2019
The Economist, 18 Dec. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stopcock
valve
Noun
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Possible infections could include bloodstream infections, bone and joint infections, heart valve infections and life-threatening conditions such as sepsis or septic shock.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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These include not releasing until the pressure isn’t a problem and easy-release steam valves.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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“Stopcock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stopcock. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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