bales

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When the rodeo comes to town, the bank puts out bales of hay and a saddle to celebrate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026

Then, the precisely sorted material is sold to mills, manufacturers and remelt facilities, which pay more for cleaner bales.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

"The appearance of a snow roller resembles a scaled down version of large rolled hay bales made of snow."

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

Look up and you might see a wagon filled with hay bales or a thick wooden staircase.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 13, 2025

He nudged Nathan, who sat with his head lolling against the bales, fast asleep.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya