needle

Example Sentences

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During this time, the team recorded corona discharges on the sweetgum tree and also observed similar activity on a nearby long needle loblolly pine as the storm weakened.

From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026

We can’t talk about “Beef” without discussing the needle drops.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Kempczinski is trying to thread a narrow needle in appealing to both lower-income buyers struggling in an economy that no longer feels affordable and upper-income customers still spending and wanting elevated fare.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

After it was relisted in August, multiple open houses were held to try and showcase the property, however no amount of in-person viewings appear to have moved the needle.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Nervous, I stand up and read my descriptive essay about walking Mrs. Gilbert’s dog, with his “tiny needle teeth” and “smooshed-in snout.”

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein