pole

Example Sentences

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Cipolla said Edison executives told him they eventually plan to chop off the top of new utility poles the company installed after the fire, leaving the lower portion that holds the telecom lines.

From Los Angeles Times

The various Western powers jostled for pole position in Paris, and US vice president JD Vance delivered a blistering speech in which he said America's place at the top of the pack was non-negotiable.

From BBC

Disgusted, McGrath hurled his poles over the safety netting that lined the Stelvio piste, with nearby Swiss team members embracing each other in celebration.

From Barron's

In downhill, super-G and giant slalom, the gates are two poles with a nylon panel stretched between them.

From Los Angeles Times

"A monkey broke in the hotel restaurant, climbed down a pole and stole my croissant and omelette," he said.

From BBC