plug

Example Sentences

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Germany has pulled the plug on a joint fighter jet programme with France, in a blow to European defence co-operation.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

What a setback for anyone who saw a childhood ruined by Bucky Dent, or yanks the plug when the jukebox cranks up Billy Joel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

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

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

And at night cries of such sadness, I had to plug my fingers in my ears to keep from joining in.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan