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neck

[nek] / nɛk /
NOUN
narrow connector
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In one skit between innings, a character wore a sign around its neck that said “ICE.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

For one, he had been struggling with a neck injury.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

But you don’t get or keep a job as a “professional forecaster” by sticking your neck out, so their expectations will presumably adapt to reality slowly.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

Scientists recovered parts of the dinosaur's spine, including more than 30 vertebrae from the neck, back, and tail, along with several ribs and part of the pelvis.

From Science Daily • May 12, 2026

Nate groans and rubs the back of his neck.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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