gear
Example Sentences
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The technology was developed decades ago, but federal incentives during the Obama administration kicked U.S. adoption into high gear.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
He deliberately came to the protest in veteran gear because he believes visibility matters right now.
From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026
They noted they would zero in on demand for new products, as Nike tries to sell more running gear and women’s clothing and get more sales out of its collaboration with Kim Kardashian’s Skims brand.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 29, 2026
However, world number one Littler found an extra gear, producing another brilliant 170 checkout to seal his third night win in the past four weeks.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
“You pull the gear there and use the steering wheel. Easy-peasy lemon-squeezy.”
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.