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skewer

[skyoo-er] / ˈskyu ər /


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The Chargers’ social media team has done it again, this time using the “Halo” video game format to skewer each and every opponent on their schedule.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

And skewer others: the butterfly keyboard, FineWoven cases, walled gardens, Siri and AirPower.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

We begin with a gilda, a tiny skewer of anchovy, olive, pickled pepper and a platter of cured meats and cheeses.

From Salon • Nov. 8, 2025

Every political campaign needs a good slogan – a snappy phrase to energise voters and skewer opponents.

From BBC • Jul. 10, 2025

He picked the skewer up out of the dirt and blew on it.

From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon




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