DT
Americanabbreviation
Usage
What else does DT mean? The abbreviation DT can variously stand for delirium tremens, a symptom of alcohol withdrawal; double tap, a reference to liking someone's post on Instagram; detective; the position of defensive tackle in football; or school detention. How is DT pronounced?[ dee-tee ]
Example Sentences
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World Liberty’s site says it is 38% owned by an entity called DT Marks Defi LLC...
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers: DT Tyleik Williams, Ohio State — The Steelers need help along the defensive line, particularly when it comes to stopping the run.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2025
Jacksonville Jaguars: DT Mason Graham, Michigan — The Jaguars need more of an interior pass rush to help their defenders on the edges.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2025
After that, running back Jaylen Jenkins and wideout DT Sheffield each hit the portal, but both departed the program during the season, long before transfer season had begun.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 19, 2024
Then LK ought to be to GQ as 3 to 2; and in the same ratio MG to CR, NC to FS, OF to DT.
From Treatise on Light by Huygens, Christiaan
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