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crank

[krangk] / kræŋk /
NOUN
a device for revolving a shaft
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NOUN
a person with an obsession
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NOUN
an ill-natured person
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So crank up the Victrola, press play on Spotify and nestle into your headphones.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

The jobs report sharply exceeded forecasts, stoking fears that the Federal Reserve will crank interest rates higher by its December policy meeting.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The piston rotates a crank shaft, creating movement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

That’s largely because of how high Gabriela was able to crank up the heat from the jump Sunday.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

As he stared at the Deuce, he was tempted to crank the car and drive away.

From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss




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