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knobkerries

noun

plural of knobkerrie

as in billy clubs

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After about a minute and half, Mauldin said, police began to attack the demonstrators with billy clubs.

— Maya Miller, ProPublica, 15 May 2026
Mayhem erupted when the strikers were attacked with tear gas and billy clubs.

— Heller McAlpin, Christian Science Monitor, 3 June 2025

Definition of billy clubs

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When words lose their original meanings and are repurposed as verbal cudgels, the public sphere becomes a jungle of denunciation, intimidation, and even violence.

— Ian Buruma, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
While the conservative pushback and Trump’s cudgels are encouraging some companies to abandon formal DEI policies, analysts say an emphasis on diversity continues and is quietly evolving beneath the surface.

— William Becker, The Hill, 11 Aug. 2025

Definition of cudgels

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No bags, glass or metal water bottles, bats/batons, bicycles or scooters, chairs or coolers will be allowed in the event.

— Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2026
In all, 1,900 volunteer marshals, most from the East End and equipped with yellow batons, seem to be cherishing their assignments.

— Jennifer McLogan, CBS News, 16 June 2026

Definition of batons

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Fuel rods for the Aalo-X Critical Test Reactor were manufactured by GE Vernova’s Global Nuclear Fuel business and delivered to the Idaho site in April before the reactor received approval for fuel loading and startup.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 July 2026
Ceiling hooks for fishing rods, cargo door for two bikes, spray hose for cleaning gear and heated locker for drying it.

— Kris Millgate, USA Today, 1 July 2026

Definition of rods

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Though his offensive numbers have been modest, Maile's defensive reputation and familiarity with veteran pitching staffs have helped extend his major league career.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
That seems like a surplus, but rarely is that word sustainable when describing pitching staffs.

— Chandler Rome, New York Times, 2 July 2026

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