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  • plural of needle.
  • present tense form of needle (3rd person singular).
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needles

[need-lz] / ˈnid lz /




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Known as magnetofossils, the microscopic structures come in shapes resembling spearheads, spindles, bullets, and needles.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 2, 2026

A Hot Wheels Porsche and other toy versions of exotic sports cars are scattered among the fallen pine needles — an apparent homage to 27-year-old James Wehr’s passion for cars.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026

There was the chirping of cicadas and the crunch of desiccated pine needles underfoot, but the most remarkable thing about the place was the quiet.

From Slate ● Sep. 8, 2026

Angelinos tired of feces and needles on the sidewalks can look forward to more of the same.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026

I jump to my feet, which is easier said than done with one leg all pins and needles.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison


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