variants
or torc
as in beads
a decorative usually metal ring worn around the neck by the ancient Gauls, Germans, and Britons
a Bronze Age torque and armlet found at the burial site
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Recent Examples of torque
The setup pairs a 3.6-liter flat-six boxer engine with an electric motor, which combine to produce 532 hp and 4449 ft lbs of torque.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2025
Different than other demonstrations involving high-intensity lasers and bulkier setups, this simpler method could prove to be beneficial for future research on changing the torque of light.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 14 Apr. 2025
That remark presumes a brute power—an ability to apply transformative torque—that the U.S. may not have for much longer.
—Benjamin Wallace-Wells, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2025
While batteries are heavy, an electric motor’s torque could offset that and retain ― maybe even enhance ― the TrailSport’s off-road credibility.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2025
Different than other demonstrations involving high-intensity lasers and bulkier setups, this simpler method could prove to be beneficial for future research on changing the torque of light.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 14 Apr. 2025
That remark presumes a brute power—an ability to apply transformative torque—that the U.S. may not have for much longer.
—Benjamin Wallace-Wells, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2025
While batteries are heavy, an electric motor’s torque could offset that and retain ― maybe even enhance ― the TrailSport’s off-road credibility.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for torque
Noun
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Also on offer: customizable jewelry pieces, birthstone jewelry, fine jewelry (including engagement rings and wedding bands), layered necklaces, limited-edition capsules, and a wide selection of men’s jewelry.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
2 May 2025
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Both members of the majority strength alliance were successful this episode: Kyle Fraser won a chicken and waffles reward and Joe Hunter won the coveted immunity necklace for the second time in a row.—
Emily DeLetter,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Kids can climb ladders, shimmy up ropes or even rock climb.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
28 Apr. 2025
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What’s Involved: Prior to the trip, rope riggers will have climbed up the over 100-foot-tall trees to build you a camp in the forest canopy.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Torque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/torque. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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