drill
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The European Space Agency's Rosalind Franklin rover, which has a much longer drill than Curiosity, will take the chemical to Mars.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
In this method, pest control workers drill into infested wood, reach the termite "gallery" or hiding area, and inject insecticide directly inside.
From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026
We’re going to place an emphasis on every drill in practice.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
If asked to picture Janet Jackson, one of three images likely comes to mind: “Rhythm Nation 1814” Janet, a revolutionary in a black uniform and cap, cutting the air with drill sergeant precision.
From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026
“I need a whetstone, to sharpen a blade with. The finest we have here. And I wish to have the auger, the drill, called Rati.”
From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman
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