plug

Example Sentences

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But as I held the shower over my head, suddenly the stream of water turned dark, as long strands of brown hair began coalescing around the plug hole in front of my eyes.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

The overwhelming majority of hybrids sold in the U.S. don’t have a plug.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Blanche finally pulled the plug on Tuesday, telling House lawmakers: "We're not moving forward with the fund."

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Once each 300-metre-long disposal tunnel is filled, it will be sealed with a steel-reinforced concrete plug.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

He came out from behind the TV, plug in hand and a very puzzled look on his face.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney