bolter

Example Sentences

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For whatever reason, in the northern hemisphere at least, the concept of a bolter has become synonymous with Lions squad selection.

From BBC • May 5, 2025

Monye reckons a big tournament for Ireland fly-half Prendergast would put him in the mix as a Lions bolter.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2025

Brown began his shift as a roof bolter operator late Sunday at the D-29 Darby Fork coal mine in Harlan County, the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet said.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 22, 2022

The league's biggest surprise, Cleveland acquired the 27-year-old LeVert to bolter their offense and get the Cavs closer to an Eastern Conference title.

From Fox News • Feb. 8, 2022

A sieve, esp. a long fine sieve used in milling for bolting flour and meal; a bolter.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah