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spear

[speer] / spɪər /




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In one, it sat on a tiny plate beside a chilled vermouth cocktail garnished with a pearl onion on a spear.

From Salon Aug. 1, 2026

He has repeatedly referred to California as “the tip of the spear of climate change,” including after last January’s Palisades Fire.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 17, 2026

Most importantly sharpening the tip of the spear — get the offensive line right.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 14, 2026

The Wisconsin locals trying to spear a 200-pound fish.

From MarketWatch Feb. 23, 2026

He turned quickly to Deiphobus to get his spear, but he was not there.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton




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