sprinkler head

Example Sentences

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After pulling his tee shot towards the trees, Fitzpatrick's ball struck a cart path, ricocheted back on to the green, and was only prevented from trickling into the water by a well-positioned sprinkler head.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

I got a sprinkler head from my dad’s work truck or pretended it was a mic.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2025

If the tuna can test shows that there’s uneven coverage, even if every sprinkler head appears to be working, one or more sprinkler head may be improperly aimed or partially blocked.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2024

One neighbour strategically left the water running on minimal water pressure from a seemingly dormant sprinkler head, moving it periodically throughout the yard.

From BBC • Sep. 6, 2023

Rosaleen turned the sprinkler head down and filled May’s dress.

From "The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd