dorse
AmericanEtymology
Origin of dorse
First recorded in 1515–25, dorse is from the Latin word dorsum back
Example Sentences
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“The other skydivers who jumped with him witnessed the event,” Dorse said, “and saw that his chute did not properly open.”
From Los Angeles Times
Dorse said that although it wasn’t uncommon for skydivers to miss their landing spots and descend into residential areas, Friday’s event was rare.
From Los Angeles Times
“This is the first time that I know that we’ve had a non-opening chute,” said Dorse, a 17-year-veteran, who noted the airport was a hot spot for skydiving.
From Los Angeles Times
The hospitalized skydiver first encountered problems when his parachute only partially opened, said Oceanside Fire Battalion Chief Blake Dorse.
From Los Angeles Times
Ms. Dorse was among the thousands of small-business owners who were left out.
From New York Times
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