wadding

Example Sentences

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It is a pastime that requires next-level commitment, though, as Ioan often spends days deep underground at a time, digging passages, or wadding through partially submerged caves.

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2023

They lack the deadly bullet point, which is usually replaced with cotton or paper wadding.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2021

Blanks can still be dangerous because they involve gunpowder and paper wadding or wax, which provide a flame and spark, which look good on camera.

From New York Times • Oct. 22, 2021

The operator would pour a measure of powder down the barrel, drop a projectile on top, then ram in a piece of wadding to hold everything in place.

From Washington Post • Jul. 16, 2020

“You have three hours, and don’t expect me to help. I’m studying for the SATs,” Maribel says, wadding squishy orange plugs into her ears as she takes out a laptop and reclines in her seat.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio