five Ks
Britishplural noun
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Origin of five Ks
translation of Punjabi panch kakke
Example Sentences
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Raley is also 2 for 11 with five Ks of his own.
From Seattle Times
Also know as the five Ks, the symbols are to be worn at all times, to remind them of the commitment to principals of their faith, including justice, charity, morality, humility and equality.
From BBC
DeGrom struck him out, part of his 4 2/3 scoreless innings with three hits and five Ks.
From Washington Times
The right-hander struck out the Rays’ first five batters of the game, becoming the first Blue Jays pitcher to open a game with five Ks.
From Washington Times
Gray struck out all three batters in the first and had five Ks through two innings.
From Washington Times
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