gal

Example Sentences

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To make the point, he uses statements like, “Give the old gal a rest” and ”You need to broaden your appeal.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

In September 2023 the NRA approved Chubu Electric's estimate of 1,200 gal, a unit of acceleration used to measure the intensity of quakes.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

Testing showed that he had indeed been sensitized to alpha gal.

From Science Daily • Dec. 17, 2025

That style was even referenced in the film Something's Gotta Give, in which Keaton told Jack Nicholson's character that she's "just a turtleneck kinda gal".

From BBC • Oct. 16, 2025

“You got a good job now. You can get a better gal than Bessie,” Buddy said.

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright