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wiper

[wahy-per] / ˈwaɪ pər /


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“There’s so much dust in the process of getting grain into a bin that it would have to have a little windshield wiper on the sensors to constantly clear it,” Gardiner said.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 7, 2026

On Wednesday it was reported that an Iranian-linked hacking group, Handala, had hit medical technology firm Stryker with a so-called wiper malware attack.

From BBC Mar. 11, 2026

Owners also received a letter from the traffic safety agency within the same month that warned that the Cybertruck’s windshield wiper motor was failing.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 8, 2024

I want to count wiper strokes combined with how much water is coming down and where it’s being driven and how dirty it is.

From Seattle Times Jul. 3, 2023

This time Shiloh’s on his feet waiting for me, tail going like a windshield wiper, fast speed.

From "Shiloh" by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor

And local residents say they regularly see it pecking at window seals and windscreen wipers, gouging out huge chunks of rubber.

From BBC Jun. 2, 2026

The latest batch of recalls was mainly related to issues with backup cameras and windshield wipers.

From Barron's Mar. 6, 2026

It will keep operating the remaining businesses, including those that make filters, wipers, pumps, lighting and other accessories as it seeks buyers, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 26, 2026

If windshield wipers are on, headlights should be on — it’s the law.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 23, 2025

Mom turns on the wipers and they make a smeary film.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio




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