woodwork

Example Sentences

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Many of the old tree sitters — white-haired and brimming with stories of Bari — have come out of the woodwork for the latest battle.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

It was 1-1 and they had hit the woodwork twice after Gianluigi Donnarumma's mistake let Arsenal back in the game.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

In addition, bond buyers came out of the woodwork and pushed the long-dated yield back down again.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

Hansi Flick's side created several more clear chances in an entertaining clash but the woodwork and some profligate finishing stopped them from securing a far bigger victory.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

Everyone in the Center knows about this hole in the woodwork; everyone except the Aunts.

From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood