wrench
Example Sentences
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But the broader pickup in pending listings should translate into more sales—if the recent rise in mortgage rates doesn’t throw a wrench in the works.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
One witness had told police that Khan was not trying to "attack" the boy with the wrench, but had "clearly" been trying to "protect himself".
From BBC • May 8, 2026
Since his early days designing for Perry Ellis, fresh off a winning showcase at the Parsons School of Design’s end-of-term fashion show, Jacobs has relished throwing a wrench in the system.
From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026
The injury forced her to sit out the entire season, throwing a serious wrench in USC’s plans for the 2025-26 season.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026
Akmon pulled a ratchet wrench from the tool belt and spun it like a noisemaker.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
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