pronged
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of pronged
Example Sentences
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Standing on four pronged feet at the junction of two rivers, O’Donnell + Tuomey’s five-story design resembles a giant chipped molar.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026
Harjeet Singh of Climate Action Network International says the world needs a two pronged approach.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 10, 2023
I give a two pronged approach in the book.
From Salon • Dec. 13, 2021
A trial judge had found Costco liable for selling the disputed rings, despite its claim that Tiffany had become a generic term and described the rings’ pronged setting.
From Washington Post • Jul. 19, 2021
Then they opened a small door in each cage and thrust the food through on pronged forks.
From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers
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