barbed

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A collection of small, wall-mounted sculptures, he combined fragments of found and recycled steel and welded them into forms of chains, sharp tools, barbed wire and other metal objects.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Four spent their military service stationed near the heavily fortified inter-Korean border, known for barbed wire, harsh winters and intense training.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Angela Rayner's speech to a group of Labour activists on Tuesday night was arch, barbed, punchy and unflinching.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Screwworms pose a serious threat to farm animals, especially those with common injuries from barbed wire, birthing, or procedures such as dehorning.

From Science Daily • Dec. 17, 2025

Or that someone was just here, right before Boomer and I slipped under the barbed wire.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish