shear
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But his statement itself, and that phrase in particular, drew strong condemnation from some members of the group, known as SHEAR.
From New York Times • Jul. 24, 2020
SHEAR: To follow up on Matt, after you met with President Obama, he described you to folks as — that you seemed overwhelmed by what he told you.
From New York Times • Nov. 23, 2016
SHEAR: You’ve talked about the impact of the wind farms on your golf course.
From New York Times • Nov. 23, 2016
To SHEAR, v. a. to reap; to cut down corn.
From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume XXIV. by Leighton, Alexander
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Earth Science - Middle School
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