cold patch
1 Americannoun
verb (used with object)
Example Sentences
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Shovel in the cold patch in one-inch-thick layers.
From New York Times
For several years, Warren and his ragtag crew of volunteers would set out with the bags of cold patch in their backpacks, filling hundreds of potholes in broad daylight.
From New York Times
Louisville: The Cardinals and Nwora have hit a cold patch at a dangerous time in the season.
From Seattle Times
Louisville: The Cardinals and Nwora have hit a cold patch at a dangerous time in the season.
From Washington Times
Hot patch or cold patch, gangs shovel, rake, tamp and roll,
From New York Times
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