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notch

[noch] / nɒtʃ /


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“That means notch lapels, button cuffs and pants with belt loops, as opposed to peak lapels, French cuffs and side adjusters.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

As tensions come back down a notch with the United States, after Europe got approval of a 2025 trade agreement over the line, the bloc is turning its focus to China.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Roivant fared even better, as shares jumped 15% to $32.41 to notch a record closing high.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

We sort of knew this anyway, of course, but Boro coming out and putting it on the record ramps up the story another notch.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

It’s as if someone reached in and dialed it ever so slightly to the right, one notch faster.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli




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