shank

Example Sentences

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In its more standardized form across the journalism industry, this kind of ethical nihilism has been a rusty shank to the gut of consumer advocacy journalists the last few years.

From Salon • Sep. 21, 2024

“I shank it a decent amount, but never in competition,” Scheffler said.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2024

Former world number one Woods carded five birdies and five bogeys, ending the first day in California with a bogey after firing a surprise shank far to the right on the 18th fairway.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2024

Indented ring shank nails, for example, hold stronger than smooth nails; four-sided roofs are most likely to stay on; and metal hurricane straps help keep roofs attached to walls.

From National Geographic • Feb. 5, 2024

“I wanna know who you are, who this shank girl is, and how you guys know each other.”

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner