perforated
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In 1897, American inventor Edwin S. Votey invented the “Pianola,” a self-playing piano whose perforated paper rolls functioned much like computer punch cards.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026
Robyn Goldie died after suffering a perforated duodenal ulcer.
From BBC • Sep. 9, 2025
Outside is a system of perforated, weathering steel panels, adding a layer of fire resistance while introducing shifting patterns of light and shadow throughout the day.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 8, 2025
I started doing research into really nerdy stuff, and the perforated walls you see in the dark corridors are shipping pallets.”
From Salon • Jul. 17, 2025
Somewhere in the back of my mind is a dim memory of standing in some line holding a perforated card.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
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